parts bin

• 存放备用零部件的容器或指定区域，常见于工程、制造或计算机领域。

A container or designated space used for storing spare components, typically in engineering, manufacturing, or computing contexts.

1. Collection of spare componentsB2formal

   A container or storage area where spare or replacement parts for machinery, vehicles, or electronics are kept.

   零件箱

   • The mechanic searched the parts bin for a suitable bolt.
   • He keeps a well-organized parts bin for his vintage car restoration.
   • The factory has a large parts bin system for quick repairs.

2. Metaphorical reuse of componentsC1informal

   A concept in design or engineering where existing components are reused in new products or systems.

   零件复用

   • The new model was built from the parts bin of previous designs.
   • Software developers often pull from a parts bin of reusable code.
   • The car manufacturer used a parts bin approach to reduce costs.