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Mathematical String Sculptures: A Case Study in Computationally-Enhanced Mathematical Crafts

Mathematical String Sculptures: A Case Study in Computationally-Enhanced Mathematical Crafts Mathematical string sculptures constitute an extremely beautiful realm of mathematical crafts. This snapshot begins with a description of a marvelous (and no longer manufactured) toy called Space Spider, which provided a framework with which children could experiment with string sculptures. Using a computer-controlled laser cutter to create frames for weaving string, not only can we recreate the original toy, but we can also experiment with a variety of new frame geometries. This snapshot concludes with a discussion of additional ways in which computational tools and output devices can enhance the practice of this particular mathematical craft. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png "Technology, Knowledge and Learning" Springer Journals

Mathematical String Sculptures: A Case Study in Computationally-Enhanced Mathematical Crafts

Eisenberg, Michael
"Technology, Knowledge and Learning" , Volume 12 (2) – Jul 19, 2007
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Springer Journals
Copyright
Copyright © 2007 by Springer Science+Business Media B.V.
Subject
Education; Learning and Instruction; Mathematics Education; Educational Technology; Science Education; Creativity and Arts Education
ISSN
2211-1662
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1573-1766
DOI
10.1007/s10758-007-9117-z
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Abstract

Mathematical string sculptures constitute an extremely beautiful realm of mathematical crafts. This snapshot begins with a description of a marvelous (and no longer manufactured) toy called Space Spider, which provided a framework with which children could experiment with string sculptures. Using a computer-controlled laser cutter to create frames for weaving string, not only can we recreate the original toy, but we can also experiment with a variety of new frame geometries. This snapshot concludes with a discussion of additional ways in which computational tools and output devices can enhance the practice of this particular mathematical craft.

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"Technology, Knowledge and Learning" – Springer Journals

Published: Jul 19, 2007

References

  • Practical conic sections
    Downs, J. W.
  • Output devices, computation, and the future of mathematical crafts
    Eisenberg, M.
  • Curve stitching
    Millington, J.
  • How to enrich geometry using string designs
    Pohl, V.
  • Space geometrics: Its application to the study of mathematics
    Rogers, M. C.