Equidistance in bearing and how to construct
Equidistance in bearing refers to the concept of constructing points or lines that are at equal distances from a specific point or line, using the bearing system.
To construct equidistance in bearing, follow these steps:
1. Start by drawing a line or point as the reference. This could be the starting point from which you want to construct equidistance.
2. Decide on the distance at which you want to create the equidistance. This distance will be the same for all points or lines.
3. Take a protractor or a compass with a degree scale to measure the bearing.
4. Determine the direction in which you want to construct the equidistance. A bearing is given as an angle measurement in degrees, starting from the north and measuring clockwise.
5. Measure the initial bearing of the reference point or line. This will be the starting bearing for your construction.
6. Using the compass or protractor, measure the desired distance along the initial bearing from the starting point or line. Mark this point.
7. Draw a line connecting the starting point or line with the newly marked point. This line represents an equidistant line or the equivalent point from the reference line or point.
8. Measure the bearing of the reference point or line to the newly marked point. This will be the initial bearing plus or minus 180 degrees, depending on the position of the newly marked point.
9. Repeat steps 6 to 8 for the desired number of equidistant lines or points.
10. Connect all the equidistant points or lines together to create an equidistance pattern.
Keep in mind that the equidistance construction in bearing assumes a flat surface. If you are working on a curved surface or a spherical model, you will need to account for the curvature when constructing equidistance.