A Manual of Mechanical Drawing, written by John Handsley Dales and originally published in 1914, is a comprehensive guide to the principles and techniques of mechanical drawing. The book covers a wide range of topics related to mechanical drawing, including the use of instruments, the construction of geometrical figures, the projection of solids, and the representation of machinery and mechanical parts. The book begins with an introduction to the tools and materials used in mechanical drawing, including pencils, rulers, ...
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A Manual of Mechanical Drawing, written by John Handsley Dales and originally published in 1914, is a comprehensive guide to the principles and techniques of mechanical drawing. The book covers a wide range of topics related to mechanical drawing, including the use of instruments, the construction of geometrical figures, the projection of solids, and the representation of machinery and mechanical parts. The book begins with an introduction to the tools and materials used in mechanical drawing, including pencils, rulers, compasses, and protractors. It then moves on to cover the construction of geometrical figures, including circles, ellipses, and polygons. The book also includes detailed instructions on the projection of solids, including the use of orthographic projection and isometric projection. In addition to these fundamental topics, A Manual of Mechanical Drawing also includes chapters on the representation of machinery and mechanical parts, including gears, cams, and linkages. The book provides detailed instructions on how to draw these objects accurately and efficiently, using a combination of orthographic projection and sectional views. Throughout the book, Dales emphasizes the importance of accuracy and precision in mechanical drawing, and provides numerous examples and exercises to help readers develop their skills. The book is illustrated with numerous diagrams and drawings, making it easy to follow along with the instructions. Overall, A Manual of Mechanical Drawing is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in mechanical drawing, whether as a hobby or as a profession. Its clear and concise instructions, combined with its comprehensive coverage of the subject, make it a must-have for anyone looking to improve their skills in this area.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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