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We have a problem. As a human race, why are we stuck in 2D? Why is most media lacking depth? In more ways than one...?
To answer this question, let’s first explore what dimensions are even.
If you ask me, I’ll tell you that they’re like different planes of existence in the universe.
But if you ask AI, it will tell you that:
Dimensions are measurable extents of something, typically used to describe the structure, position, or behavior of objects in space and time. The term is used across different fields, but its meaning depends on the context:
In Physics and Math:
Dimensions describe the minimum number of coordinates needed to specify any point within a space.
- ● 1D – A line (length only)
- ● 2D – A plane (length and width; e.g., a square)
- ● 3D – Space (length, width, and height; e.g., a cube)
- ● 4D – Often refers to 3D + time (used in relativity)
- ● 5D+ – Higher dimensions theorized in physics (like string theory); not directly observable but may explain forces or particles.
In Philosophy or Metaphysics:
- Dimensions can also refer to realms of existence or levels of reality, often used to explain spiritual, psychological, or supernatural concepts. For example:
- ● The physical dimension (what we see)
- ● The spiritual dimension (where non-material beings or forces exist)
- ● Some believe in a "5th dimension" where intentions, energy, or consciousness shape reality.
- In Data Science or Analytics:
A dimension is a category or label used to organize data. - ● For example: In a sales report, "product type," "location," and "time" are dimensions.
In Everyday Life:
Dimensions are the measurements of an object, typically:
- ● Length × Width × Height
● Example: "This box is 30cm × 20cm × 10cm."
That’s AI’s overview. But there’s more
This is our take at Infinity Modelling Lab
The first dimension is the 0th dimension.
Here, we prefer to start counting from zero — so our ‘first’ dimension is the 0th: the point. This is represented by a dot.
It has no length, no width and definitely no height.
Fun fact; the number zero used to be represented as a dot initially.
Note: When we say the first dimension, for example in this context, we refer to 0D. But in mainstream lingo, the first dimension is considered to be 1D, the fifth 5D, and so on...
The second dimension is 1D. It has one dimension, length only. And can be represented by a line.
The third dimension is 2D. This is where we get length and width. And for those who can remember, where we could calculate the perimeter of a circle, square, rectangle and polygon. It has no depth. It’s the highest dimension on a sheet of paper or similar surface.
The fourth dimension is 3D. It has length, width, and height/depth. Think sphere, cube...
We usually attempt to depict 3D objects on a sheet of paper, but 3D lives well beyond the scope of a 2D surface.
Our physical world is 3D.
Though 3D technology is now widespread, most media and communication still rely heavily on 2D design. And this is what we aim to change, (cause change starts with you ) at Infinity Modelling Lab.
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