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MAE 001 Lab Explorations. Goal: Disassemble various household items in order to learn about the mechanical structures and systems that allow them to work Items: Disposable Camera, Electric Screwdriver, Sewing Machine, Lawnmower Engine, and a Power Plant (tour only). Disposable Camera.
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MAE 001 Lab Explorations Goal: Disassemble various household items in order to learn about the mechanical structures and systems that allow them to work Items: Disposable Camera, Electric Screwdriver, Sewing Machine, Lawnmower Engine, and a Power Plant (tour only)
Disposable Camera Mechanical Structures observed: Capacitor Film advancing mechanism Shutter mechanism
Electric Screwdriver Mechanical Structures Observed: Orbital Gears Reversible Electric Motor Drive System
Sewing Machine Mechanical Structures observed: Linear to orbital motion transfer gearing Angled motion transfer gearing
Lawnmower Engine Mechanical Structures observed: Otto Cycle Camshafts & Crankshafts Piston & Shaft assembly Valve system
Power Plant Mechanical Structures observed: Steam Turbine Generator Rankine Cycle Primary & Secondary Loops Incinerator