Abstract: An energy supply chain for guiding conduits such as cables, hoses or the like between a stationary and a movable connection point or between two connection points which are movable relative to each other comprises a plurality of hingedly interconnected chain link members forming a space for receiving the conduits extending therethrough. The chain includes at least one bar which is resilient about its longitudinal axis and which extends in the longitudinal direction of the chain, more particularly in the receiving space thereof. Upon pivotal movement of the chain link members relative to each other the bar produces return forces which oppose the pivotal movement.

Abstract: The process and apparatus avoid incorrect assembly and added expense caused by prior art alternating manual and equipment-reinforced assembly operations. Full automation is attained in that the component group is picked up by a robot and transferred to a press-fitting unit. Once the crankcase and the crankshaft, with the aid of rotary and adjusting devices, have been rotated into an assembly position for the piston and the connecting rod, the component group is introduced into a cylinder opening until the connecting rod contacts the crankshaft. The robot then picks up a connecting rod cap that has already been equipped with screws and screws it together with the connecting rod.