What are modular components?

Modular components are items that work together to create one functional item. In some cases, a modular piece may have a complete function that it is able to perform when it is not connected to any other piece, but this is unusual. In most cases, the modular component is completely separate, but also dependent on other components. When multiple modular components are combined, it creates a modular system. Since each part is separate, it is often possible to upgrade, change or correct one component when leaving the main system. Everything the component does is contained in the item itself. The component may need other parts to make its actions useful, but directly affect the component. A car car is a great example of this idea: it is complete and separated from the car, but without the rest of the parts it really does nothing when it runs.

This is where modular components differ from interchangeable components. Modular pieces are discrete parts of the system such as engine auTomobil. The exchange part is an item that has no function until it is located with other items such as the engine belt. If the belt was sitting on the ground, he couldn't actually work without the engine, while the engine could still work.

Another important factor in defining a modular component is its function. A modular piece will usually perform a comprehensive action, beyond what the only part can do. We will return to the previous example, a fully functional engine has much more uses than one motor belt. Even if both were used in places other than inside the car, the engine with the engine far exceeds one of its components.

This feature is usually part of a larger image. When modular components are in themselves, they are rarely useful. When the same components are connected, they will be greater than any part individually. Each component is still separated and performsOne function, but when all these functions are combined, it creates a larger whole.

While most modular systems are interconnected, not all modular components need other pieces to work, for example in modular furniture. While the modular table can look strange alone, it is still a table and still works just like any other table. When other components are added to the system, such as another corner table or hutch, the table looks more correct and works better.