French Curves
French curves (called irregular curves) are used for drawing smooth curved lines other than arcs or circles, lines such as ellipses, parabolas, and spirals. Transparent plastic French curves come in a variety of shapes and sizes.
An assortment of French curves are illustrated in Figure 2-11. In such an assortment, you can find edge segments you can fit to any curved line you need to draw. Stow and care for French curves in the same manner as triangles.
French curves (called irregular curves) are used for drawing smooth curved lines other than arcs or circles, lines such as ellipses, parabolas, and spirals. Transparent plastic French curves come in a variety of shapes and sizes.
An assortment of French curves are illustrated in Figure 2-11. In such an assortment, you can find edge segments you can fit to any curved line you need to draw. Stow and care for French curves in the same manner as triangles.