GeometryHelper

Type 16D · Tangency

Line tangent to two arcs, line does not pass between the centres

What this does. finds the straight line that just touches two circles on the same side, and the touch points.

Use it when. a belt-style or external tangent between two bosses, or a straight edge blending two outside radii.

T1T2C1C2
Arc 1
Arc 2