Theory — Mechanism And Machine

: An assembly of links and joints; a "mechanism" is a chain where at least one link is fixed to the ground.

: Evaluating an existing mechanism to determine its performance and limits. Basic Building Blocks Links : The rigid or flexible bodies that make up a machine. Mechanism and Machine Theory

: Studying motion (position, velocity, acceleration) without considering the forces that cause it. : An assembly of links and joints; a