A mechanical system manages power to accomplish a task that involves forces and movement. Mechanical is derived from the Latin word machina, which in turn derives from the Doric Greek μαχανά (machana), Ionic Greek μηχανή (mechane) `contrivance, machine, engine` and that from μῆχος (mechos), `means, expedient, remedy`. The Oxf...
system capable of receiving, transmitting or generating mechanical signals
[n] - a system of elements that interact on mechanical principles
noun a system of elements that interact on mechanical principles
Type of system in which mechanisms are joined together to achieve the transfer of motion. There are four basic types of motion that mechanisms carry out: linear motion (motion in one direction only); reciprocating motion (motion along a straight line in both directions alternately); oscillating motion (motion in an arc); and rotary ...