Meaning of Circle Key Problem

Two Hundred Sixty Third Post: Meaning of Circle Key Problem

Ok the Parabola Circle Key problem has been up on Constructor’s Corner for 3 days now. So what exactly does it mean? It means we can describe the change of a circle that changes at a constant rate by using a parabola. Any fixed change in a circle can be describe by a parabola. The only question that remains is: Is it to any advantage to do so? In the arch door problem it was. We now have a powerful tool that when the length of segment is plugged in will give the radius of the circle that encompasses that segment. That is will a little effort in calculating the quadratic formula.

It is important to note that this problem opens up more possibilities to explore. But that is what I want to discuss. I hope the formula is reaching those who will find it interesting or learn something, but the only way for me to know that is by feedback on the message board or emailing me. I have stats that say how many people have viewed the website, but no statistics will substitute for feedback.

I am thinking about starting a math journal of unsolved and interesting problems. I have put up a poll on the home page to see if anyone is interesting. So if you read the content and enjoyed it please take the time to vote. You can even leave comments.

This site has covered some interesting math problems and other topics. However, this is only a fraction of the potential it could reach with feedback. So until you vote about the math journal... May the Creative Force be with You @ www.constructorscorner.com