My group has given the task of modeling projection of line and my

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around a task involving the modeling of the projection of a line, specifically focusing on the construction of vertical and horizontal planes using mirrors. Participants explore various methods to achieve this setup, including mechanical designs and materials.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant proposes using two mirrors joined like a laptop, allowing them to be folded and positioned perpendicularly, while also considering a mechanism involving hooks and holes for rotation.
  • Another participant suggests mounting the mirrors on two pieces of wood and hinging them together to avoid drilling into the mirrors.
  • A third participant inquires about alternative methods for using mirrors, seeking further suggestions.
  • One participant recommends using duct tape as a hinge along the backs of the mirrors but expresses concern about potential damage to the mirror backing when removing the tape.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants present multiple competing views on how to construct the mirror setup, with no consensus reached on the best approach.

Contextual Notes

Participants express concerns about the practicality and potential damage associated with different methods, highlighting limitations in their proposed solutions.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in practical applications of mirror mechanics, project modeling, or those involved in similar group tasks may find this discussion relevant.

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My group has given the task of modeling projection of line and my part is to construct the vertical and horizontal plane.

So my idea is to have two mirrors joined like an laptop, so that we can fold them and they can also be perpendicular.

I'm thinking of making hole in one mirror and a hook in another one , so i can insert the hooks into the hole and therefore i can rotate one mirror with respective to another.


The problem is how can insert the hooks into the hole, if it was plastic it would be flexible to bend and we can insert both hokes, in case of mirror how can we?

Is there another better way to do it...? I
 
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why not mount the mirrors on two pieces of wood and hinge the wood pieces together? That way you don't have to drill a hole in one of the mirrors.
 
Good idea thanks...! But is there way to make with mirrors any suggestions, you have?
 
the cheapest thing is to use duct tape (aka duck tape, gray tape) taped along the backs of the mirrors as a sort of hinge. I'd worry about removing the duct tape afterwards removing some of the mirror backing and ruining the mirror.
 

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