Constructing two parallel planes in R3

In summary, you can find the normal vectors of vector a and vector s by using the equation d(a,s)=-(2,1,-3) and (2,-1,1), respectively. The normal vectors of vector t and vector b are (-2,-1,3) and (2,1,-3), respectively.
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Hey i need help with this question and i don't know wat to do after finding the normal vector of vectors a and s. And the normal vectors of vector t and b. Can someone help me please?

the normal of s and a is (2,1,-3). and the normal of t and b is (-2,-1,3). is this right?

Construct two parallel planes. The first plane contains L1: r=(0,2,1) + s(2,-1,1) and an intersecting line that has a direction vector of a(1,-2,0). The second plane contains
L2: r=(1,0,1) + t(1,-2,0) and an intersecting line that has a direction vector of b(2,-1,1)
 
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mnm831 said:
Hey i need help with this question and i don't know wat to do after finding the normal vector of vectors a and s. And the normal vectors of vector t and b. Can someone help me please?

the normal of s and a is (2,1,-3). and the normal of t and b is (-2,-1,3). is this right?
could be, hard to say without knowing s,a,t & b...

note these are antiparallel which will help for the next part

mnm831 said:
Construct two parallel planes. The first plane contains L1: r=(0,2,1) + s(2,-1,1) and an intersecting line that has a direction vector of a(1,-2,0). The second plane contains
L2: r=(1,0,1) + t(1,-2,0) and an intersecting line that has a direction vector of b(2,-1,1)

so for the 2nd part you are given a line and vector dierction in each plane

so youshould be able to find for each:
- the normal to the plane
- a point in each plane

that should be enough to define the equation of the plane, do you know how?
if the normals are those found previously, note as they are ant-parallel, they will deifne parallel planes as requred...
 
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thnx i was thinking of doing it that way.
thnx for the help! =)
 

FAQ: Constructing two parallel planes in R3

How do you construct two parallel planes in R3?

In order to construct two parallel planes in R3, you will need to start by choosing two points on one of the planes. Then, use a ruler or straight edge to draw a line connecting those two points. Next, choose a point on the other plane and use the same ruler or straight edge to draw a line parallel to the first line. Repeat this process with another point on the second plane, and the resulting lines will be parallel to each other.

What is the equation for two parallel planes in R3?

The equation for two parallel planes in R3 is ax + by + cz = d, where a, b, and c are the coefficients of the x, y, and z terms, and d is a constant value. The coefficients of the two planes must be equal in order for them to be parallel.

Can two planes be parallel in R3 if they have different slopes?

No, two planes cannot be parallel in R3 if they have different slopes. In order for two planes to be parallel, they must have the same slope, which means that their equations must have the same coefficients for the x, y, and z terms.

What is the significance of parallel planes in R3?

Parallel planes in R3 have many practical applications in fields such as engineering and physics. They can be used to model and analyze objects and structures, as well as to solve problems involving distance, angles, and intersections.

Can two planes intersect if they are parallel in R3?

No, two planes cannot intersect if they are parallel in R3. In order for two planes to intersect, they must have different slopes and therefore cannot be parallel. If two planes are parallel, they will never meet or intersect, no matter how far they are extended.

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