HYPOCYCLOID Meaning and
Definition
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A hypocycloid is a geometric curve that is formed by tracing a point on the circumference of a smaller circle as it revolves inside a larger fixed circle. The term "hypocycloid" is derived from the Greek words "hypo" meaning under or beneath, and "kuklos" meaning circle.
Mathematically, a hypocycloid can be defined as a curve generated by the locus of points traced by a chosen point on the circumference of the smaller circle as it rolls (without slipping) along the inside of the larger circle.
Hypocycloids are categorized based on the relationship between the radii of the two circles. Four main types of hypocycloids exist, including the deltoid, which is formed when the radius of the smaller circle is equal to half the radius of the larger circle. Other types include the astroid, formed when the radius ratio is 1:3, the nephroid when it is 1:4, and the cardioid when the radius ratio approaches infinity.
Hypocycloids exhibit interesting properties, such as a constant internal angle, symmetrical shapes, and repetitive patterns. They have been widely studied in mathematics and can be found in various real-world applications including mechanical engineering, gear systems, and even architectural design.
Common Misspellings for HYPOCYCLOID
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Etymology of HYPOCYCLOID
The word "hypocycloid" originates from the combination of two Greek words: "hypo" meaning under or beneath, and "kyklos" meaning a circle.
In mathematics, a hypocycloid refers to a curve traced by a fixed point on the circumference of a smaller circle as it rolls inside a larger circle, without slipping. The term was first introduced by the Swiss mathematician Leonhard Euler in the 18th century.
