Using examples from everyday life, this text studies ellipses, parabolas, and hyperbolas. Explores their ancient origins and describes the reflective properties and roles of curves in design applications. 1993 edition. Includes 98 figures.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Introduction
1. Deriving Ellipses.
2. Deriving Hyperbolas.
3. Deriving Parabolas.
4. The Directing Circle.
5. Reflective Properties of Solid Conic Curves.
6. Compound Reflectors.
7. Eccentricity.
8. For Practical Purposes.
9. Unusual Properties of Cones and Conic Curves.
Appendices. Bibliography.