Table 2: The example of the theoretical minimum part count of dry iron.

No Part Rule 1
(Movement)
Rule 2
(Isolation)
Rule 3
(Adjustment/
replacement)
Theoretical Part Justification
1. Knob ring
No No No x The knob ring is unnecessary because it can be combined with another component
2. Knob
Yes Yes Yes This component operates as a rotating part so it is an essential part.