Exploded view
An exploded view (also exploded view , exploded view ) is a type of representation in drawings and graphics that shows a complex object broken down into its individual parts (also shown in perspective ). In technical jargon, the phrase exploded view is also used here. The individual parts or components shown are spatially separated from one another, i. H. as if they were flying apart after an explosion .
In this representation, the interrelationship between the whole and its parts as well as their position is made clear. Exploded views make it possible to show the function and assembly of assemblies and to determine individual components using the part numbers given, e.g. B. from the overall picture of the replacement part you are looking for and its warehouse number.
This type of representation is used in various areas: This type of representation is used as information graphics in instructions for use and spare parts catalogs (including virtual, interactive catalogs ). In assembly instructions , the assembly and disassembly sequence of individual parts is explained with exploded graphics. In this way, complex machines are clearly represented in technical drawings in mechanical engineering . In construction , the joining of different components or the supporting structure in a building can be made clear.
In some exploded views, the perspective is chosen so that the three coordinate axes are respectively set in the display at an angle of 120 °. This means that every distance in one of these directions has the same scale and can be measured precisely. For distances that are not parallel to one of the coordinate axes, several individual distances can be measured and an exact result can be obtained using the Pythagorean theorem (see also isometric axonometry ).
