Spherical Models

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Mathematics, Geometry
Cover of the book Spherical Models by Magnus J. Wenninger, Dover Publications
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Magnus J. Wenninger ISBN: 9780486143651
Publisher: Dover Publications Publication: May 5, 2014
Imprint: Dover Publications Language: English
Author: Magnus J. Wenninger
ISBN: 9780486143651
Publisher: Dover Publications
Publication: May 5, 2014
Imprint: Dover Publications
Language: English
Well known through the work of Buckminster Fuller, models of spherical polyhedral excite the imaginations not only of mathematicians, architects and engineers but also of artists and designers. This book, concerned with polyhedrons, sphere tilings, and dome structures, offers a well-illustrated, practical approach to creating a host of beautiful and interesting models, including starfaced spherical forms that can serve as basic structures for geodesic domes.
Employing only the most elementary mathematical principles, the text initially provides complete instructions for making spherical models from five regular solids, using only circular bands of paper, a ruler and a compass. Also discussed is tessellation, or tiling, on a sphere and how to make spherical models of all the semiregular solids. The volume concludes with a discussion of the relationship of polyhedral to geodesic domes and directions for building models of the domes.
Abundantly illustrated with photographs, drawings, and computer graphics of attractive geometrical models, this volume will appeal to a wide range of readers—from students and teachers of mathematics, art, design, architecture and engineering, to recreational mathematics enthusiasts and builders of geodesic domes.
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Well known through the work of Buckminster Fuller, models of spherical polyhedral excite the imaginations not only of mathematicians, architects and engineers but also of artists and designers. This book, concerned with polyhedrons, sphere tilings, and dome structures, offers a well-illustrated, practical approach to creating a host of beautiful and interesting models, including starfaced spherical forms that can serve as basic structures for geodesic domes.
Employing only the most elementary mathematical principles, the text initially provides complete instructions for making spherical models from five regular solids, using only circular bands of paper, a ruler and a compass. Also discussed is tessellation, or tiling, on a sphere and how to make spherical models of all the semiregular solids. The volume concludes with a discussion of the relationship of polyhedral to geodesic domes and directions for building models of the domes.
Abundantly illustrated with photographs, drawings, and computer graphics of attractive geometrical models, this volume will appeal to a wide range of readers—from students and teachers of mathematics, art, design, architecture and engineering, to recreational mathematics enthusiasts and builders of geodesic domes.

More books from Dover Publications

Cover of the book The Book Before Printing by Magnus J. Wenninger
Cover of the book Introduction to Minimax by Magnus J. Wenninger
Cover of the book In the Wolf's Lair by Magnus J. Wenninger
Cover of the book 400 Floral Motifs for Designers, Needleworkers and Craftspeople by Magnus J. Wenninger
Cover of the book 2000 Classic Designs for Jewelry by Magnus J. Wenninger
Cover of the book A Treatise on Probability by Magnus J. Wenninger
Cover of the book Chelkash and Other Stories by Magnus J. Wenninger
Cover of the book Four Lives by Magnus J. Wenninger
Cover of the book Little Jack Rabbit's Adventures by Magnus J. Wenninger
Cover of the book Complete Keyboard Works, Series One by Magnus J. Wenninger
Cover of the book The Way of a Pilgrim and Other Classics of Russian Spirituality by Magnus J. Wenninger
Cover of the book Differential Geometry of Curves and Surfaces by Magnus J. Wenninger
Cover of the book Revelation and Other Prophetic Books of the Bible by Magnus J. Wenninger
Cover of the book Studies in the Theory of Random Processes by Magnus J. Wenninger
Cover of the book As You Like It Thrift Study Edition by Magnus J. Wenninger
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy