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  • Derivation of combined angle- Version 2

    Derivation of combined angle- Version 2

    In this post, I will show how to calculate the combined 3d angle. Such situation arises while designing a rigid 3d joints such as a pipeline. The coordinate-based approach can be employed to determine the actual deflection angle between two lines in 3D space. This method not only calculates the deflection angle, but also accurately…

  • Zotero settings for single pdf folder

    Zotero settings for single pdf folder

    What is zotero? Zotero is a free, open-source reference management software that helps users collect, organize, cite, and share research materials. It allows you to save references from web pages, academic articles, and other sources directly into your library. Understanding zotero file collection. To have a smooth performance, here is the recommended settings.  The item…

  • Showing excel formula as text and evaluating text as formula

    Showing excel formula as text and evaluating text as formula

    Evaluating text as a formula Excel does not have an inbuilt function to evaluate texts written in cells as formulas. Such cases arise, for example, when you want to show the calculation steps and not only the final answer. This issue can be solved by using a VBA function, as shown below. The function takes…

  • Solar system simulation: Exploring planetary motion

    Solar system simulation: Exploring planetary motion

    This realistic solar system animation captures the axial rotation, orbital inclination, and time periods of all the planets. It features two viewports: the left displays all the planets, while the right viewport follows the selected planet with a dedicated camera. The green plane represents the orbital plane of Earth and the Sun, helping to illustrate…

  • Catchment calculation in QGIS

    Catchment calculation in QGIS

    Calculating a catchment area involves using DEM files to analyze terrain and hydrology. By reprojecting the DEM, filling data inconsistencies, and applying Strahler order analysis, users can delineate the catchment effectively. This process is essential for understanding water flow and managing resources within a specific geographic area.

  • Derivation of 3D combined angle

    Derivation of 3D combined angle

    Derivation of combined angle may become useful when you want to know the magnitude and direction of force due to bend in both XY and XZ plane. For eg in design of bend in pipeline.

  • Getting styles from other drawings in Autocad Civil 3D

    Getting styles from other drawings in Autocad Civil 3D

    In the world of design and drafting, maintaining consistency across multiple drawings is essential for clarity and professionalism. Styles—such as line types, colors, and text formats—play a crucial role in how information is conveyed. There are several ways to import styles from other drawings: Method 1 : From toolspace Open both drawings and navigate to…