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How do i practise drawing this diagram.its very difficult
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The discussion focuses on techniques for effectively drawing a complex diagram, specifically one involving a convex lens and rays of light. Participants suggest simplifying the drawing process by focusing on essential elements, such as drawing only the outer rays to represent the beam's shape. Additionally, using color coding for different components—black for the lens, blue for the rays, and red for angles—can enhance memory retention and understanding of the diagram's concepts.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of basic optics, specifically convex lenses.
- Familiarity with diagrammatic representation techniques.
- Knowledge of color theory for effective visual communication.
- Basic drawing skills for creating technical diagrams.
- Research techniques for simplifying complex diagrams in technical drawing.
- Learn about the principles of optics related to convex lenses.
- Explore color coding strategies for enhancing diagram clarity.
- Practice drawing techniques for representing light rays and angles accurately.
Students preparing for exams in physics or engineering, educators teaching optics, and anyone looking to improve their technical drawing skills.
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please click on the image for a larger view.please somebody tell me is there any technique to follow to draw this diagram in exams.by seeing i can easily draw it but without seeing i cannot draw.please i need some tips
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Do you have to draw this in exam?I doubt it.
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smart_worker said:
Draw only the real essentials:
Can you get by drawing one ray or two rays instead of 5 rays?
Drawing only the outer two rays gives you the shape of the beam and if you need more rays then you've drawn the boundaries already making it easier.
Of course your other option is to get a tattoo but I think that would be far more painful...
Another option is to draw what you need in different colors, so that they will stand out in your mind:
black for the lens, blue for the the rays, red for the angles...
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It will be much easier to reconstruct the drawing if you understand the concepts behind it. It is just a convex lens that focusses a set of parallel rays. Question is why is the lens at an angle?
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