mechanic
Japanese Name
せいびし
seibishi
Description
- A mechanic is a skilled professional who inspects, maintains, and repairs vehicles or machinery.
- They diagnose problems in engines, brakes, transmissions, and electrical systems.
- Mechanics use specialized tools and computer diagnostic equipment to find issues accurately.
- They ensure machines and vehicles operate safely and efficiently.
- Some mechanics specialize in cars, motorcycles, airplanes, or industrial machines.
- Their work requires technical knowledge, precision, and hands-on skill.
- Mechanics often work in repair shops, garages, service centers, or factories.
- They play an essential role in transportation safety and daily life.
History
- The role of mechanics began in the late 18th and 19th centuries during the Industrial Revolution.
- As steam engines, factories, and later automobiles spread, trained workers were needed to repair machines.
- Early automobile mechanics appeared in the early 1900s with the rise of mass-produced cars like the Ford Model T.
- Over time, mechanical work shifted from simple repairs to advanced diagnostics as technology improved.
- Modern mechanics now handle complex electronic systems, computers, and hybrid or electric vehicles.
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