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Orthographic projection

Scope note

Technique for representing three-dimensional objects in two dimensions using projecting lines that are perpendicular to the plane of projection. W

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300069664

Broader Terms used

parallel projection

Narrower Terms used

multiview projection

Created

12yrs ago

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