Third-angle projection is the preferred style in the United States. It is the image exactly as the observer sees it on that side. In third-angle projection, each view is created as if the object is projecting an image away from itself onto a plane in front of it. The red arrows represent the view of the observer with the image being projected on the other side. Here is an example of first-angle projection (see video). This style is the most common one used in Europe. In first-angle projection, each view is shown as if the viewer is looking through the object and projecting the image on the other side. There are two different styles of orthographic projections: For example, you can see in this image the front, top and side views of an aircraft. It is also known as an orthographic projection. Orthographic drawings can help to overcome those challenges.Īn orthographic drawing represents a three-dimensional object using several two-dimensional views of the object. Three-dimensional drawings can be used to show the overall concept and design, but they are often not clear or detailed enough. This experience illustrates the process that a furniture designer must go through in order for the manufacturer to create the chair as intended.
Your cousin suggests you send him pictures of the chair from multiple angles, along with the measurements. Maybe he can build the chair for you! Describing the chair over the phone was more than a challenge.
Fortunately, you have a cousin that builds furniture.
You find the perfect one, but it is way too expensive. Take a minute and imagine you are shopping for a chair to go in your living room.