Creating Curves with Straight Lines

Geometry, Mathematics
August 27, 2022

Do you know how to create curves with straight lines? Here is a satisfying video illustrating a computer simulation of a doodle conceived by Vi Hart played by connecting dots on a curve. This beautiful video also helps you explore various curves and the result after playing Vi’s game on them.

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