Figure 3-3.—Line characteristics-Continued.
MEANING OF LINES
breaks in the line, and zigzags have meanings, as shown
in figure 3-3.
The alphabet of lines is the common language of the
technician and the engineer. In drawing an object, a
INTERPRETATION OF DRAWINGS
draftsman not only arranges the different views in a
certain manner, but also uses different types of lines to
Schematic drawings are usually used to illustrate the
convey information. Line characteristics such as width,
various electrical circuits, hydraulic systems, fuel
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