How do I draw Fig. P13.78? (Helix Wire)

[Alexandros81]

Hi!
I am new to Inkscape.
I want to draw Fig. P13.78 from Pytels Dynamics.
I want to visualize the forces acting on the particle for better comprehension

thanks,

Alexandros
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[brynn]

Welcome to the forum!

For that image, I would suggest "manually" tracing it, using Pen/Bezier tool.  The top section of this tutorial explains how:  https://forum.inkscapecommunity.com/index.php?action=articles;sa=view;article=45  Or this one might also help:  https://forum.inkscapecommunity.com/index.php?action=articles;sa=view;article=48

[TMadisson]

If you would like to create an image inkscape is the way to go and the way Brynn has put forward is a good start. I understand inkscape does do animation with some extentions needed.

 
Failing that Synfig or Blender are both perfect options for 'illustrating' a view of an external force on an object.

[Lazur]

Hi.

It's not really a problem one can give the ultimate solution.
For the labeling, use the text tool (F8, for text settings Shift+Ctrl+T).
For setting fill and stroke styles in general, use the fill and stroke panel (Shift+Ctrl+F).
Most of the drawing will consist of paths with no fill but a black stroke, and maybe two markers.
Things can get more complicated if you are after specific needs like a custom arrowhead marker or a custom dasharray. I would go for those as well but that's not necessary to draw that image.

Frankly the only two parts I can think may need help is drawing a cylinder or drawing a helix.
The first can be drawn from an ellipse with the motion or extrude extensions or even manually in a few clicks (I'd use the polygon tool for this and manual construction).
For drawing the helix I'd use the parametric curves extension, like in this image:
-click on it for more details and svg source.

Which part got you stuck?