Elements of Descriptive Geometry: With Their Application to Spherical Trigonometry, Spherical Projections, and Warped Surfaces (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Master the visuals of three-dimensional geometry with a clear, application-focused guide.
This classic text teaches how to represent shapes accurately on planes and to construct three-dimensional figures from two-dimensional drawings. It connects descriptive geometry to practical engineering and architecture, making complex ideas easier to grasp.
This edition covers foundational concepts, from projecting lines and planes to building tangent and curved surfaces. It emphasizes clear procedures, illustrated steps, and techniques you can apply in fields like civil engineering, architecture, and surveying. The material is structured to support students and professionals seeking a solid, tool‑based understanding of spatial problems.- How to project geometric quantities onto planes for accurate drawings
- Methods for handling curved lines, surfaces, and intersections
- Techniques for spherical triangles, spherical projections, and warped surfaces
- Practical problems and construction plans that reinforce the method
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explains the principles of descriptive geometry, a method used to create accurate geometrical representations on a plane from various angles. It is a useful tool for those working in architecture, engineering, and other areas that require precise graphical representations. The principles and processes involved are explained in depth with references to practical applications. The author includes solutions to various problems involving lines and planes, demonstrating the use of the principles in various scenarios. These include finding the shortest distance between a point and a line, drawing a plane through three points, and measuring the angle between two lines or planes. The author's approach favours simplicity, explaining complex concepts in a straightforward manner to enhance comprehension. By presenting a clear understanding of descriptive geometry, this book serves as a valuable resource for students and practitioners seeking to improve their skills in graphical representation and problem-solving. 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 # 9781330349823_0
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