Using Geometry Expressions to Investigate Curves Drawn with Sticks and String
by: Philip Todd
Abstract:
We all know that if you tie a string onto two sticks and draw keeping the string taut, you get an ellipse. Or do you? We investigate this question with sticks and string on an Oregon beach, and Geometry Expressions on a computer.

Issue: Volume 1
Pages: 45 - 50

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