Method Two: Radial Elements Method (Leaving Cert DCG): Quizzes
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When is the radial elements method particularly used?
When is the radial elements method particularly used?
When cones/pyramids are penetrated
From where do radial elements originate?
From where do radial elements originate?
The apex of cone/pyramid
What is a radial element?
What is a radial element?
A line from apex through both solids
What is the first step in the radial elements method?
What is the first step in the radial elements method?
Set up orthographic views
What should the final line of intersection be?
What should the final line of intersection be?
A smooth curve
Which three orthographic views are used in this method?
Which three orthographic views are used in this method?
Front, end, plan
What do radial elements help locate?
What do radial elements help locate?
Where solid surfaces meet
What is a common mistake with radial elements?
What is a common mistake with radial elements?
Not extending them far enough
What is the apex?
What is the apex?
Pointed tip of cone/pyramid
When does the radial elements method work best compared to other methods?
When does the radial elements method work best compared to other methods?
When limits method fails