Chapter 9: Introduction to Engineering Drawings
Whenever we want to communicate a specific design to others, for example, makers, manufacturers, or evaluators, a 2D engineering drawing is often required. Such drawings usually communicate the shape, materials, and dimensions of any product. This chapter will cover basic knowledge of engineering drawings and how to interpret different layouts found in them. Interpreting drawings is an essential skill for us to be able to generate our own drawings and to collaborate with other people by interpreting their drawings.
The following topics will be covered in this chapter:
- Understanding engineering drawings
- Interpreting engineering drawings
By the end of this chapter, you will have gained knowledge ...
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