Constructing Tangent Circles for an S-Shaped Design

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The discussion revolves around constructing two tangent circles for an S-shaped design connecting two non-parallel lines in AutoCAD. The user seeks to create circles that are tangent to their respective lines and to each other, with specific points on each line defining their positions. Various geometric properties and angles are explored to find a solution, including the relationship between the circles' centers and the angles formed by the lines. Participants emphasize the need for precise calculations and sketches to clarify the construction process, while also acknowledging the complexity of the problem. The conversation highlights the challenge of determining the radius of the circles based on the given conditions.
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Im a 2nd year student and really really confusing for us this things...
 
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Hello physs and welcome to Physics Forums.

Perhaps if you were to explain your difficulty someone could help.

Did you really want to post in this old thread?
 
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Please start a new thread if you have a question.
 

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