Primary Auxiliary Views
A single view that is projected from one of the six principal views. Named according to the principal dimensions of the object shown in the auxiliary view.
Primary auxiliary views include:
Depth auxiliary – The inclined surface will appear foreshortened in a top view and a right-side view. The inclined surface will appear as a line or edge in the front view (see Figure 1).
Height auxiliary – The inclined surface will appear foreshortened in a front view and a right-side view. The inclined surface will appear as a line or edge in the top view (see Figure 2).
Width auxiliary – The inclined surface will appear foreshortened in a top view and a front view. The inclined surface will appear as a line or edge in the right or left-side view (see Figure 3).
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Figure 1 Depth Auxilary View
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Figure 2 Height Auxiliary View
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Figure 3 Width Auxiliary View
Auxiliary Study Guide and Flash Cards
Auxiliary Assessment