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TESSELLATION REVELATION.

Authors :
CUTTS, ELISE
Source :
Scientific American. Dec2024, Vol. 331 Issue 5, p32-39. 8p. 13 Color Photographs.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Mathematicians have discovered a new type of shape called "soft cells" that can fill a flat surface or three-dimensional space with as few corners as possible. These shapes, with connections to nature and art, were found by Gábor Domokos and his team, leading to a groundbreaking discovery published in the journal PNAS Nexus. Soft cells, characterized by curves and minimal corners, have implications for understanding tessellations, natural forms like seashells, and architectural designs. The research bridges mathematics, art, and biology, offering a new perspective on the geometry of shapes and their applications in various fields. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00368733
Volume :
331
Issue :
5
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Scientific American
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
180571983
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1038/scientificamerican122024-522vedq9qdkqgmcmd7p04b