Nets Flashcards
1
Q
What is a net?
A
A 2D plan for a 3D object.
2
Q
What is another name for a net?
A
A surface development.
3
Q
What 3 things must be considered when drawing a net?
A
- How many sides the object has
- What the size and shape of each of the sides is
- How it all fits together
4
Q
What is the notation for a net?
A
Solid lines for lines that will be cut, dashed lines for lines that will not be cut (folded instead)
5
Q
What are nets useful for doing?
A
Modelling products
6
Q
What is the main use of nets in an industry?
A
Flat-pack packaging
7
Q
What are three types of tab?
A
- Glue tabs
- Fold in tabs
- Slot and tab mechanism