1A60.15 - Scaling - Drawing in Perspective

Code Number:
1A60.15
Demo Title:
Scaling - Drawing in Perspective
Condition:
Good
Area of Study:
Mechanics
References:
  • Paul Hewitt, "Figuring Physics", TPT, Vol. 52, #7, Oct. 2014, p. 438.
  • Paul Hewitt, "Figuring Physics: Scaling the Eiffel Tower", TPT, Vol. 52, #6, Sept. 2014, p. 330.
  • Paul Hewitt, "Figuring Physics: Coalescing Spheres", TPT, Vol. 46, #2, Feb. 2008, p. 76.
  • George Barnes, "Physics and Size in Biological Systems", TPT, Vol. 27, #4, Apr. 1989, p. 234.
  • Chris Waltham, "Scaling in Model Aircraft", AJP, Vol. 65, #11, Nov. 1997, p. 1082.
  • "M-034. Hair Diameter", DICK and RAE Physics Demo Notebook, 1993.
  • Don Rathjen and Paul Doherty, "Perspective Window", Square Wheels, 2002, p. 73 - 76.

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