How Do I Choose the Right Scale for Modeling Link Lengths?

[mech-eng]

hello all. here are link lengths Link 1=177.8, Link 2=228.6, Link 3=76.2, Link 4= 203.2 . I don't know how I can choose a convenient scale for these links.Do you have any idea? For example is it a good approch to choose 1 cm for 50 mm.to what centimeters can I roll the numbers. Link ratios to the shortest are such as 2.667 or 2.333.

 

[Inner_Peace]

Why don't choose your scale as the smallest link length? This way you'll have down scaled link lengths as 1 unit, 2.322, 3 and 2.667 units.

 

[SteamKing]

hello all. here are link lengths Link 1=177.8, Link 2=228.6, Link 3=76.2, Link 4= 203.2 . I don't know how I can choose a convenient scale for these links.Do you have any idea? For example is it a good approch to choose 1 cm for 50 mm.to what centimeters can I roll the numbers. Link ratios to the shortest are such as 2.667 or 2.333.

It's not clear what your purpose is. Are you making a drawing? Are you making a model?

 

[mech-eng]

It's not clear what your purpose is. Are you making a drawing? Are you making a model?

I am trying to solve a problem on paper.

 

[alphy]

Hello,

Thank you for sharing the link lengths. In order to choose a convenient scale for these links, it would be helpful to know the purpose or application for which these links are being used. If the links are being used for a physical model or prototype, the scale chosen should be based on the desired level of accuracy and precision needed for the model.

For example, if the links are being used to represent a larger system with dimensions in the range of meters, then a scale of 1 cm for every 50 mm may be appropriate. However, if the links are being used to represent a smaller system with dimensions in the range of centimeters, a different scale may be more suitable.

One approach to choosing a convenient scale for these links could be to round the link lengths to the nearest whole number or decimal place. For instance, Link 1 could be rounded to 178 cm, Link 2 to 229 cm, Link 3 to 76 cm, and Link 4 to 203 cm. This would make the links easier to work with and calculate ratios.

Alternatively, you could also choose a scale that maintains the ratios between the link lengths. For example, if you choose a scale of 1 cm for every 10 mm, the link ratios to the shortest would still be 2.667 and 2.333, but the link lengths would be 17.78 cm, 22.86 cm, 7.62 cm, and 20.32 cm, respectively.

In summary, the choice of a convenient scale for these links depends on the specific application and level of precision needed. It is important to consider the purpose of the links and the desired level of accuracy before deciding on a scale. I hope this helps. Please let me know if you have any further questions.