Staple cartridge and knife: what they have in common
- Step 1. Staple cartridge — is part of — Surgical stapler. Rows of staples.
- Step 2. Surgical stapler — evolved from — Surgical suture. Staples instead of thread.
- Step 3. Surgical suture — uses — Needle. A surgical needle.
- Step 4. Needle — is part of — Overlocker. Needles sew the stitch.
- Step 5. Overlocker — has part — Knife. A knife for trimming the edge.