I am curious if there is any way to mathematically measure the depth of a cube if you have the length and the width. Or if there is anyway using a compass and square, or something like that, to just translate depth into height or width. Actually I know this is possible but I just don't know how to do it. Anyone have any ideas?
2006-12-20 07:28:50 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Mathematics
I am an artist and I am wondering if I can measure distances in linear perspective...In case anyone was wondering what I am trying to do.
2006-12-20 07:29:51 · update #1
yeah, I spelled depth wrong...sue me
2006-12-20 07:32:31 · update #2
I MEANT RECTANGLE
I MEANT RECTANGLE
I MEANT RECTANGLE
I MEANT RECTANGLE
sorry for the caps and repetition, it's just to make sure nobody else misses it
2006-12-20 07:38:17 · update #3
OK!
By definition, a cube has length, width, and depth equal.
Are you asking about rendering a cube as a 2-dimensional projection from the 3-D as an exercise in perspective? If so, the measurements will be completely dependent upon the degree of foreshortening you intend and the angle of view, and the most direct solutions will involve trigonometry.
A RECTANGLE is a 2-dimensional geometric figure, and has no depth.
Do mean a rectangular prism, or solid? If so, the same answer applies as for the cube.
2006-12-20 07:30:00 · answer #1 · answered by Jerry P 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The depth of a rectangular box is area - length * width.
2006-12-20 15:41:10 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
well.. if its a cube that means all sides are equal.. so just measure anyside.
2006-12-20 15:35:46 · answer #3 · answered by ryanisalifestyle 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋