Automobiles also require batteries. They just like the small batteries that are in remote controls, just bigger and heavier. Anyone that can lift one, can install or replace one. When thinking of the automobile in its entirety, it contains a lot of interchangeable parts. From the tires to the windshield wipers. The interchangeable parts are usually the cheapest and the ones that require to be replaced most often than others. You could dissect a car or truck and see that close to 50% of it (if not more) is interchangeable.Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Modularity
When I think of modularity I think of interchangeable parts like batteries. Small electronic batteries and large automobile batteries. All remote controls require small AA or AAA batteries. They can be replaced by anyone, no expert needed. This helps the small electronic manufacturer save money. No extensive training required for normal maintenance. Anyone can pop them in and out whenever needed.
Automobiles also require batteries. They just like the small batteries that are in remote controls, just bigger and heavier. Anyone that can lift one, can install or replace one. When thinking of the automobile in its entirety, it contains a lot of interchangeable parts. From the tires to the windshield wipers. The interchangeable parts are usually the cheapest and the ones that require to be replaced most often than others. You could dissect a car or truck and see that close to 50% of it (if not more) is interchangeable.
Automobiles also require batteries. They just like the small batteries that are in remote controls, just bigger and heavier. Anyone that can lift one, can install or replace one. When thinking of the automobile in its entirety, it contains a lot of interchangeable parts. From the tires to the windshield wipers. The interchangeable parts are usually the cheapest and the ones that require to be replaced most often than others. You could dissect a car or truck and see that close to 50% of it (if not more) is interchangeable.
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I have recently taken a greater interest in my own car. I change my own oil, replaced the brake pads, and have changed my car battery. It is hard to imagine all the separate parts of a vehicle working together but they obviously perform well together. The interchangeable parts of a car are no different than any other machine.
ReplyDeleteImagine dissecting a computer. I cannot even begin to think about all the tiny parts and chips that go into the workings of a computer. Modularity impacts us every day. Most of the time, we are not even aware of it.
I have helped my father put together his antique car. It does take a while to get used to changing the parts. One thing about old cars is that you have to keep up with them specially the battery and gas.
ReplyDeleteYou did a great job explaining modularity and batteries are a good example. I wouldn't think of cars as an example right off the bat, but you make point that the majority of the parts are interchangeable.
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