Excerpt from Descriptive Geometry
In preparing the following text in descriptive geometry, the authors have endeavored (1) to make the subject easier for the student, (2) to help the student to visualize magnitudes in space, and (3) to present the subject more nearly in accord with commercial practice.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides an accessible introduction to descriptive geometry, a crucial technique for picturing three-dimensional objects and their spatial relationships. While the subject dates back to the Renaissance, the author's innovative approach eliminates the ground line, allowing students to visualize objects more intuitively and focus on the object itself rather than the planes of projection. Descriptive geometry forms the foundation for a variety of industries such as architecture, engineering, and manufacturing, as it enables the creation of orthographic views that accurately represent an object's dimensions and angles. This comprehensive text offers a thorough examination of the principles behind this technique, including the representation of points, lines, and planes, as well as their intersections and projections. Detailed explanations and numerous illustrations guide readers through the concepts, while exercises challenge their understanding and reinforce the practical applications of descriptive geometry. By mastering the techniques presented in this book, readers will gain a deep comprehension of spatial relationships and the ability to visualize and represent three-dimensional objects with precision. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330035559_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330035559
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