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The Mathenaeum allows for a deep and intuitive exploration of 3-D shapes. Of particular mathematical interest are the regular polyhedra and the transformations between them. | The Mathenaeum allows for a deep and intuitive exploration of 3-D shapes. Of particular mathematical interest are the regular polyhedra and the transformations between them. | ||
==History and museology== | ==History and museology== | ||
+ | The core experience of the Mathenaeum is a software program. While it could conceivably be experienced with a computer alone, the addition of a unique and engaging user interface and an interesting, embracing architectural surround create a memorable physical interaction and a forum for shared experience. | ||
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Latest revision as of 01:50, 8 September 2021
The Mathenaeum | |
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On display at | National Museum of Mathematics |
Type | Hands-on |
Topics | Polyhedra, symmetries |
Contents
Description
A pavilion with three interactive stations, allowing for the development of three dimensional shapes using several modes of transformation.
Activities and user interaction
Select from a palette of operations to transform basic shapes into unique three-dimensional sculptures. Visitors can add interest with color and pattern choices as well as choices of node and edge elements.
Mathematical background
The Mathenaeum allows for a deep and intuitive exploration of 3-D shapes. Of particular mathematical interest are the regular polyhedra and the transformations between them.
History and museology
The core experience of the Mathenaeum is a software program. While it could conceivably be experienced with a computer alone, the addition of a unique and engaging user interface and an interesting, embracing architectural surround create a memorable physical interaction and a forum for shared experience.