4.03-4.05 WEDGE

What does a three-dimensional wedge resemble?

• A Cube

• A Sphere

• A Slice of Pie

• A Cylinder

Match the following applications with their descriptions:

• Structural Supports

• Ensuring ergonomic use and improved device air circulation

• Ramp Designs

• Designing fashionable and stable footwear

• Laptop Stands

• Ensuring slopes & accessibility in various contexts

• High Heel Shoes

• Using as braces in architectural designs

Match the case study with its description:

Groups:

(a) “Wedge" By Albert Paley

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(b) Wedges

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(c) Dallas City Hall By I.M. Pei

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• A sculpture combining geometric structures with fluid forms.

• This is a type of high-heeled shoe that features a wedge-shaped heel instead of a stiletto heel.

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​ (a)   : The horizontal distance on the X-Axis

​ (b)   : The vertical distance on the Y-Axis

​ (c)   : The elevated distance on the Z-Axis

​ (d)   : The number of degrees of the wedge's sloping surface.

• ANGLE
• HEIGHT
• LENGTH
• WIDTH

Arrange the steps in correct order to create a wedge:

• Specify the height of the wedge.

• Type 'WE' or select the 'WEDGE' command

• Starts the wedge by setting the first corner.

• Specify the opposite corner of the wedge.

Match the modifiers with their functionalities:

CUBE - ​ (a)  

2Point -​ (b)  

CENTER - ​ (c)  

• Creates a wedge with sides of equal length.
• Defines the height by specifying the distance bet
• Creates the wedge by using a specified center poin

Match the misconception with its clarification:

• Are wedges simply 3D triangles?

• Find the wedge tool under 3D modeling shapes, below the box command. Just click the triangle for more shapes!

• Can I adjust the slope's direction?

• No, the base point is flexible; you determine it with your initial click.

• Where is the wedge tool in 3D tools?

• No, wedges are 3D solids with volume, not just triangles in 3D space.

• Is the wedge's base always at the bottom

• Yes, you can easily adjust the slope's direction by redrawing, rotating, or aligning as you prefer.

List three products that can be created using the 'wedge' command in AutoCAD?

Draw a simple wedge and label its length, width, and height.

How confident do you feel in your understanding of the 'wedge' command in AutoCAD?

• Very Confident

• Somewhat Confident

• Not Very Confident

• Not at All Confident