Unit 1ProjectionsMEDIUM

Orthographic Projection of a Line Inclined to Both Planes

Draw the orthographic projection of a line AB of length 75mm, inclined at 30° to HP and 45° to VP. Point A is 25mm above HP and 30mm in front of VP.

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Step-by-Step Construction

  1. 1

    Draw reference line XY and mark the position of point A

  2. 2

    Project the true length of the line at the given inclinations

  3. 3

    Determine the front view and top view of the line

  4. 4

    Calculate and mark the distances from reference planes

  5. 5

    Complete the projections with proper labeling

Pro Tips

  • •Always verify your measurements with a scale before finalizing the drawing
  • •Use construction lines lightly and darken the final solution
  • •Label all important points and reference lines clearly

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