1. Guides & Links Basic Mechanical Function
Is the role played by an object, system, subsystem or part
Guides and Links are the most frequently used basic mechanical functions

2. Links The mechanism that holds two components of an object together
Fasteners can help connect two components
ex. Nail, Screw, Weld, Nut, Glue, Tape etc.
A link can be
1) Direct or Indirect (p.396)
2) Removable or Non-removable (p )

4. Guides (guiding controls)
The mechanism that makes a component follow a specific movement
2 types:
Rotation and Translation (p.398)