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DDP Vocabulary Unit
DDP Vocabulary Unit 4 - Introduction to Modelilng
Term | Definition |
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Automata | A moving mechanical device that performs a repetitive function. |
Model | A visual, mathematical or 3D representation in detail of an object or design. |
Physical model | A physical representation of an object. |
Function | A relationship of one set (domain) to another set (range). |
Computer-aided design or Computer-aided drafting (CAD) | The use of a computer to assist in the process of design a part, circuit, building, etc. |
Extrusion | A modeling process that creates a three-dimensional form by a closed shape and a length. |
Solid | A three-dimensional body or geometric figure. |
Distance | A measure of how far an object has traveled from its starting point. Regardless of its starting or ending position. |
Displacement | the change in position of an object from its starting to its final position. |
Velocity | The rate with respect to time that an object changes position. |
Extrusion | A modeling process that creates a 3d form by defining a closed 2D shape and length |
Solid | A 3D body or geometric figure. |
Distance | A measure of how far an object has traveled from its starting point regardless of its starting or ending position. Distance is scalar. |
Displacement | The change in position of an object from its starting position to its final position. Displacement is described by a magnitude and direction. Displacement is a vector quantity. |
Velocity | The rate with respect time that an object changes position. A vector quantity. |