Projective Generation of Conics

Synopsis

Developing conic sections and focusing on the several projective definitions, namely those that are devoid of metric notions. Such a projective definition implies the construction of a conic by means of straight-edge alone. The methods of construction developed by Pascal, Maclaurin, Braikenridge, Poncelet, and Steiner, are all exhibited dynamically, using animation. The logical relationship between the methods is demonstrated by visually highlighting special points and figures within the constructions as they are generated.

Language

English

Country

United States

Medium

Film; Video; Film. 16mm. sd. col. 16 min. Videocassette. VHS. col. 16 min.

Technical information

Black-and-white / Sound

Year of production

1973

Availability

out of distribution

Uses

Reinforcement after the methods of Pascal, et al have been discussed in formal classes.*

Subjects

Mathematics

Keywords

conics; geometry

Credits

Contributor

Seymour Schuster

Distribution Formats

Type

Film

Format

16mm

Production Company

Name

College Geometry Project

Sponsor

Name

International Film Bureau

Name

USA

Distributor

Name

Patterson (Edward) Associates

Phone

01303 264195

Fax

01303 264195

Address

Treetops
Cannongate Road
HYTHE
Kent
CT21 5PT