jan 1, 1976 - Mechatronics becomes practical

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Before the 1970s most everyday machines were strictly based on the understanding of disciplines from mechanical engineers. Later in the decade saw a shift to where household items, like the washing machine shown below required both pieces of knowledge from mechanical and electrical engineering. https://www.captechu.edu/blog/evolution-of-mechatronics-engineering

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