Episode of Series “Engineering Drawing”
Introduces the principles which govern the choice of dimensions. These principles are shown to be based on two factors: (1) the functional characteristics of the object, which includes consideration of the accuracy demanded and the relation of the portion to other elements of the unit or machine; and (2) the manufacturing methods used in making the object.
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ACMI Identifier
014524
Language
English
Subject categories
Advertising, Film, Journalism, Mass Media & TV → Dimensions
Crafts & Visual Arts → Dimensions
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Engineering - Study and teaching
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Educational & Instructional → Instructional
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Dimensions
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Engineering - Study and teaching
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)