What is the term for viewing an object straight on from many sides, with each side being at right angles to its adjacent side?

The term for viewing an object straight on from many sides, with each side being at right angles to its adjacent side, is orthographic projection. This method allows for the depiction of multiple views of an object, typically including the front, top, and side views, which are all presented without distortion. Each view is projected perpendicularly to the projection plane, maintaining the true dimensions of the object and allowing for accurate representation. This technique is extensively used in engineering and architectural drawings to convey precise information about the dimensions and geometry of the object being represented.

Isometric projection refers to a method where all three dimensions are represented in a single view, but the angles are not measured at right angles. Oblique projection, on the other hand, displays an object at an angle to the viewing plane and can produce distorted views. A three-dimensional view is a more general term and does not specifically refer to the defined method of presenting views at right angles. These alternatives fail to encapsulate the precise and structured nature of orthographic projection.