What’s an oblique joint?

Oblique joints join two objects at a beveled edge, usually at a 90-degree angle. Miter joints are common in picture frames and crown moldings, while compound miter joints have different angles. Accurate measurements are necessary for strong joints, and reinforcement methods include adding blocks or splines. Oblique joints can be found in three-dimensional piping arrangements […]

What are oblique crunches? (28 characters)

Oblique crunches target the oblique muscles in the stomach area. They are performed by lifting the upper torso off the ground and rotating it to one side. Variations include lifting the feet off the floor and alternating knee and elbow movements. Oblique crunches are abdominal exercises, similar to crunches that focus on the oblique muscles, […]

What’s an oblique drawing?

Oblique drawings are simple 3D drawings used in drafting and engineering. They consist of an object drawn flat with angled sides for depth. They can be normal, movable, or cavalier and are created from a three-view drawing. The length of the depth lines determines the type of oblique drawing. An oblique drawing is a simple […]

What’s an oblique gear?

Angular gears, also known as oblique gears, are designed to change the direction of rotation while maintaining constant speed. They come in spiral or straight cut configurations, with spiral gears being better for high-speed applications and straight cut gears for low-speed applications. Materials used depend on the intended use, and both gears in a set […]

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