The discussion revolves around determining the direction of the x-axis using the right-hand rule, given the orientations of the y-axis (south) and z-axis (east).
Some participants have expressed uncertainty about their conclusions, while others have provided clarifications regarding the relationships between the axes. Guidance has been offered regarding the correct interpretation of the right-hand rule.
There is a focus on the established directions of the axes, with participants noting that the y-axis is already defined as south, which influences their reasoning about the x-axis.
jedishrfu said:that can't be right because y is already south
you know z=east so that -z=west and y=south so that -y=north so what else is left for x?
Yes. Rotating y into z gives x for your thumb.Tiven white said:really sorry i meant up is that correct?