Mechanical engineering is a representative of ancient Chinese science and technology. Whether in production, daily life, military or any other area where it was needed, we can see its presence. Using mechanical force to cleverly control objects and achieve wonderful effects is the ancients' contribution to the world. This contribution originated from their deep observation of and reflection on nature. That's why mechanical engineering is so abstruse and mysterious. The special feature "Great Mechanism" in the 4th issue of Chinese Heritage in 2009 will uncover the mystery of this great mechanism together with all readers.