This article details the question of tandem - what is it? A term, concept or process? Or maybe just a little? To better understand the meaning of this word, as examples you will see different areas of human life and, of course, you will be surprised at the possible breadth of the use of the word "tandem".
The concept and definition of the term
First of all, I would like to note that in the translation from English the meaning of the word "tandem" is reduced to the following: "location one by one." Thus, we give the following definition to this process: a tandem is understood to mean the arrangement of homogeneous machines or mechanisms standing one after another on the same axis or along one line.
Well-coordinated mechanism
What is a tandem? Let's look at a few examples.
The old-style steam locomotives used a simple but reliable pump with an efficiency of only 3%. These steam-powered pumps, arranged in a row, were designed to supply compressed air to the braking system of the train.
The second example, which clearly illustrates the topic of the article “What is this - a tandem?”, Will be a double bike. In 1898, Pedersen filed a patent for a bicycle with two seats and a separate set of pedals for each rider. In order to understand the meaning of the tandem in this example, where the words taken from the definition of the term “arrangement of homogeneous machines or mechanisms” should mean the bike itself with one frame and two wheels, but most importantly, each of the two passengers has its own saddle and pedals. Currently, such a tandem is used when conducting family walks or in competitions, where, as a rule, in such a tandem the leading pilot is sighted, and the second is visually impaired.
The next example is the first parachute jump in tandem with a mentor. How is it, you ask? All ingenious is simple. With an experienced parachute instructor on the same parachute system, the jump for a beginner will remain effective and very impressive in memory. During the flight you can relax and enjoy, an experienced tandem master will do everything. There are only two: you and your reliable tandem instructor, who will be an accurate hand, firm foot and cold mind. And you? Try to fully enjoy the feeling of freedom, remember these beautiful moments, look at the Earth from a bird's eye view, feel the gushing blows of the wind on your face. Life is unique!
Conclusion
In conclusion, summing up the above, I would like to note that the tandem is, in addition to the above examples, the same process, but intangible in difference, say, from a double bike. This can be teamwork, where people are united by a common goal, while they must have the knowledge, experience and skills necessary to achieve this goal. The most striking and understandable example for each of us can be a family. Say, any ordinary family that is similar to a single harmonious mechanism or organism.
Thus, we see that the tandem is a concept that is applicable not only in the field of mechanics, but also in many, most diverse areas of human life.