Isometrici

Isometrici is a term used in Italian to refer to concepts, objects, or methods related to isometry across various fields. It functions as the plural form of isometrico or as a descriptor for isometric concepts, and it appears in discussions of mathematics, geometry, art, fitness, and computer graphics.

In mathematics and geometry, an isometria (isometry) is a transformation that preserves distances between points. Isometric mappings include translations, rotations, reflections, and their combinations. Isometries are characterized by maintaining the shape and size of figures, qualifying as rigid motions in Euclidean space.

In isometric projection or isometric drawing, three-dimensional objects are represented on a two-dimensional plane with equal scales along three axes. This often results in a view where the axes are spaced at 120-degree angles and no perspective distortion occurs. Isometric projection is widely used in technical drawing, architecture, and certain video games to convey a pseudo-3D appearance.

In fitness and exercise contexts, isometric exercises (allenamenti isometrici) involve muscle contractions without visible movement of the joint. Examples include planks and wall sits. These exercises emphasize static strength and endurance, often with reduced joint movement, though they may provide different training stimuli compared to dynamic resistance work.

In computer graphics and game design, isometric rendering creates the illusion of depth on a flat grid, commonly used in 2.5D visuals. Isometric game styles use fixed camera angles and tiled representations to simulate three-dimensional space without true perspective.

Etymology traces to Greek iso (equal) and metron (measure). In Italian usage, isometrici covers related concepts and objects across disciplines where isometry is a central idea. See also isometry, isometric projection, and rigid motion.