the use of air and other gases to provide motion. It is generally under pressure and the application of its use assists in design and control of machines.

a form of additive manufacturing technology where a 3D dimensional object is created by laying down successive layers of material based on the geometry of a digital 3D model.

A change in speed over a period of time is described as an acceleration; the higher the acceleration the faster the change in speed.

a robot mechanism designed to pick up a large number of similar objects.

all the wheels move in the same direction.

to put into action or movement.

a servomechanism that supplies and transmits a measured amount of energy for the operation of another mechanism or system.

the simulation of movement, used to demonstrate how the finished product will move.

the process of putting together a number of parts to make a machine or product.

a set of working drawings used in engineering that depict complete details of all components.