A First Course In Engineering Drawing

K. Rathnam A First Course in Engineering Drawing A First Course in Engineering Drawing K. Rathnam A First Course in Engineering Drawing K. Rathnam Annamalai University Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu India ISBN 978-981-10-5357-3 ISBN 978-981-10-5358-0 DOI 10.1007/978-981-10-5358-0 (eBook) Library of Congress Control Number: 2017946711 © Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2018 This work is subject to copyright. All rights are reserved by the Publisher, whether the whole or part of the material is concerned, specifically the rights of translation, reprinting, reuse of illustrations, recitation, broadcasting, reproduction on microfilms or in any other physical way, and transmission or information storage and retrieval, electronic adaptation, computer software, or by similar or dissimilar methodology now known or hereafter developed. The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this publication does not imply, even in the absence of a specific statement, that such names are exempt from the relevant protective laws and regulations and therefore free for general use. The publisher, the authors and the editors are safe to assume that the advice and information in this book are believed to be true and accurate at the date of publication. Neither the publisher nor the authors or the editors give a warranty, express or implied, with respect to the material contained herein or for any errors or omissions that may have been made. The publisher remains neutral with regard to jurisdictional claims in published maps and institutional affiliations. Printed on acid-free paper This Springer imprint is published by Springer Nature The registered company is Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. The registered company address is: 152 Beach Road, #21-01/04 Gateway East, Singapore 189721, Singapore Dedicated to The Divine Mother Preface The primary object of the book is to provide an easy approach to the basic principles of Engineering Drawing which is one of the core subjects for undergraduate students of all branches in engineering. Years of experience in teaching this subject convinced the author to prepare an exercise book for this course. This booklet underwent several revisions with the help of his colleagues. This book is an attempt to present methods of solutions for the exercise book from the students’ point of view and with the sole object of keeping a book of reasonable size. Emphasis is placed on the precise and logical presentation of the concepts and principles which are essential for understanding the subject. The methods presented help students to grasp the fundamentals more easily. The book offers comprehensive coverage of topics required for a first course in this subject. Illustrations are original drawings reduced in size for conceptual clarity. The problem-solving strategies detailed in certain chapters will induce independent learning skills in individuals. The Introduction chapter begins with a mention of various instruments required fo