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HO"i TO READ A ",TORKSHOP DRAWING WHU-JE no one looking at the figure on the left in Fig. 1 has any difficulty in recogniging it as the picture of a pulley, not everybody looking at the other two figllres would recognise t.hat they represent the same thing. It is a fact, however, and it is how a pulley would appear in a workshop drawing. But why should two figlues be drawn when one, apparently, would not only suffice, but besides would be more understandable? As a lnatter of fact it is en.sier, and therefore takes less time to draw the two figures to the right than the one to the left; and what is luuch 1110re ilnportant, it is only by --dravving the pulley as shown. in the two figures that its true shape and size can be ascertained. 'Vho could ten, by eXaInining the left-hand figure, that the pulley ig circular, except he knew it beforehand? It n1ight be narrower than it is high. rrrue, circles when viewed sideway appear oval, and' so it might be guessed that t
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a fascinating exploration of workshop drawings, a crucial element of engineering and design during the Industrial Revolution. The author guides readers through the intricacies of interpreting these drawings, revealing the hidden language of lines and symbols that convey essential information about shape, size, and material. The book delves into the importance of multiple views, highlighting how different angles are necessary to fully understand an object's three-dimensional form. Through clear explanations and detailed illustrations, the author demystifies the conventions used to represent hidden features, materials, and dimensions. Readers will gain a deeper appreciation for the ingenuity and precision required to translate complex engineering concepts into tangible, workable designs. This book provides a unique glimpse into the world of industrial drawing, a vital skill that continues to shape our world today. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781440048845_0
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