Thursday, March 27, 2014

Power of the Polar Equations

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What are polar equations actually used for? They are actually used for navigation, using the angle and distance from the object (center). But, they often use angle measures instead of radians in giving directions.  In addition, radial symmetry uses the polar coordinate system as the central point acting as a pole.  Hence, everything is revolved around the pole.  In addition, radially asymmetric systems are modeled with polar coordinates.  For instance, a microphone uses a pattern that illustrates the response of the sound from a certain direction.  These are usually explained through polar curves.
In addition, they are used to make fun art!!

3 comments:

  1. That's so interesting that they use it for navigation. I had no idea. Thanks for sharing this interesting thing!

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  2. Who knew polar equations were applicable in so many ways?
    This graph you designed is so pretty! Thanks for sharing!

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  3. Interesting and good job!!

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