Bridges 09 Interactive Workshop: The Geometry of Longsword and Rapper Sword Locks

Year: 2009 Authors: Susan Gerofsky

Core claim

Sword-dance locks provide a concrete setting for studying geometric constraints, physical algorithms, and multiple representations of mathematical objects.

Topics

sword-dance geometry, physical algorithms, star polygons, knot theory

Domains

geometry, topology, knot theory, combinatorics, traditional dance, performance art, folk culture, hands-on workshop

Methods

dance demonstration, participatory construction, coffee stir stick models, comparison of algorithms

Media

wooden swords, metal swords, coffee stir sticks, string or cord

Source status

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