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How do databases work for mechanical parts?

BCX uses look-up tables—stored in Mongo and available through the BCX API or in the interface—to manage factors. These tables dictate how the parts are made and what/how much is calculated for each part. For example…

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BCX uses look-up tables—stored in Mongo and available through the BCX API or in the interface—to manage factors. These tables dictate how the parts are made and what/how much is calculated for each part. For example weight, price per lb, diameter inches, labour tables, material cost, material price, and gauge are available in these tables. These are what drives the content layer of the database. ■