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The trochoid as a tack in a bungee cord

Authors :
Simoson, Andrew J.
Source :
Mathematics Magazine. June, 2000, Vol. 73 Issue 3, p171, 14 p.
Publication Year :
2000

Abstract

Trochoids are a family of curves created by a tack in a wheel that is traveling around a circle. In this article, an alternate model is presented that uses a tack in a bungee cord that is fixed to a circular track to create series of trochoids.

Details

ISSN :
0025570X
Volume :
73
Issue :
3
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Mathematics Magazine
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.65789083