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Abstract: Through analyzing mathematical principles of designing the conical curve gauge#br# (ellipse gauge, hyperbola gauge and parabola gauge), a set of design theory is put forward based#br# on the optical and geometric properties of conical curve. By applying this theory, a new type of#br# conical curve gauge is designed, which is composed of multiple simple linkage mechanical parts#br# assembly, and which can help quickly draw various normative conical curves common in#br# engineering. It makes up for the disadvantage that the function of general engineering drawing#br# instrument is single and has a good prospect of application.#br# Key words: engineering drawing; conic curve; geometrical properties; compasses instrument