-- See Also the narrower term Blades Here are entered general works on blades, paddles or vanes which are parts of hydraulic and pneumatic mechanisms such as propellers, water-wheels, turbines, fans or compressors.Works on cutting blades are entered under the type of apparatus or the specific tool or weapon, e.g. Cutting machines; Knives; Swords.
-- See Also the narrower term Electromechanical devices Here are entered works on electric generators, motors, transducers, sensing instruments, microphones, and similar devices, which convert electrical energy into mechanical energy, or the reverse, and which normally function as components of larger systems, e.g. electric power systems, information systems, control systems, etc.
-- See Also the narrower term Production engineering Here are entered works on the planning and control of the mechanical means of changing the shape, condition, and relationship of materials for greater effectiveness and value. Works on the application of engineering principles and techniques to the design, installation and improvement of integrated systems employing persons, materials, and equipment for a high level of productivity at an optimum cost are entered under Industrial engineering.
