Orthographic Projections, Continued
Miter lines
Miter lines are a convenient method for laying out a third view when drawing
the primary planes or views on paper. Any horizontal movement of the miter
line to the left or right controls the distance between the views to allow space
for dimensioning.
To use a miter line to draw a third view, use this table:
Step
1
Action
Place a horizontal and vertical centerline between the two views at
any convenient distance (lines AB and CD).
2
Draw a miter line to the intersection of the horizontal and vertical
centerlines (figure 6-27, view A).
3
Lightly draw projectors from the top view to the miter line (figure
6-27, view B).
4
Lightly draw vertical projectors from the points of intersection of
the miter line and horizontal projectors.
5
Using the front view, draw horizontal projectors to the vertical
projectors. The result is the outline and placement of the third view
(figure 6-27, view D).
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