Sketching is one of many drafting techniques. It is a quick way to show an idea that would be difficult to describe with words alone. Industry uses many sketching techniques to develop engineering concepts.
A good sketch shows the shape of the object. It also provides dimensions and may include special instructions on how the object is to be made or finished.
Proper Sketching Equipment:
A good sketch shows the shape of the object. It also provides dimensions and may include special instructions on how the object is to be made or finished.
Proper Sketching Equipment:
- Properly sharpened F, 2H or HB pencils
- Standard-size paper (8.5X11)
- A good eraser
How to properly Sketch
In sketching, a line is drawn by making a series of short strokes. It is recommended that light (thin) construction lines be drawn first so corrections will be easier to make.
In sketching, a line is drawn by making a series of short strokes. It is recommended that light (thin) construction lines be drawn first so corrections will be easier to make.
- For right-handed people, your lines will be drawn from left to right. Vertical lines will be drawn from the top down.
- The opposite is true for left-handed people.
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