9781334459764 - A Practical Course in Mechanical Drawing (Classic Reprint) di Fox, William (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a simple, practical course of progressive lessons in Mechanical Drawing, guiding readers through the fundamental principles and techniques of mechanical drafting. It offers clear, concise instructions, focusing on one concept at a time, ensuring easy comprehension for students of varying levels. The author acknowledges the traditional geometric problems that have adorned introductory pages of mechanical drawing manuals since time immemorial but asserts that most students fail to appreciate their beauty and use without first understanding their bearing and practical application. In this book, the author reserves the introduction of such scientific work for a second part, hoping to arouse interest in advanced problems that necessitate strictly mathematical constructions. Throughout the book, emphasis is placed on readability and clarity. All instructions are given in connection with a specific concrete exercise, rather than presented in an abstract and general manner, to make learning more engaging and relatable. Dimensioning drawings, using dividers and bow pens, sectional views, shading, lettering, reading of drawings, and the drawing of screws and cog wheels are among the vast array of topics covered in this book. This practical course is useful for high school students, apprentices, young mechanics, and anyone interested in learning the basics of Mechanical Drawing. With its emphasis on clarity, progressive lessons, and a focus on real-world applications, this book is set to become an indispensable resource for aspiring mechanical draftsmen. 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.