The Beginning Shocks the Emperor Wu: Did You Write This Poem?.

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Summary: In this passage, Zong Xuan Ya and Chen Ping An inquire about the mysterious mechanical carriage's movement mechanism. Pang Teng Long explains that the carriage operates through pure mechanical principles, utilizing an internal metal spring that accumulates and transforms mechanical energy. The power source involves an initial force that can be applied manually or through a preset lever, with the mechanism continuously converting and enhancing kinetic energy to propel the heavy iron carriage forward. The discussion reveals the sophisticated mechanical engineering knowledge of ancient Mohist techniques.

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