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EPISODE · Sep 20, 2023 · 35 MIN

Dome Sweet Dome: Exploring Geodesic Structures

from The Math Club · host Pete and Noah

What do you get if you cross 11,520 isosceles triangles with the happiest place on Earth? The Epcot ball, of course, which is perhaps the most famous geodesic structure in the world. Join Pete and Noah as they investigate these incredibly sturdy mathematical objects… and make sure to wear your clam diggers! Picture of the geodesic dome at the Dalí Museum in Figueres, Spain Leave us a voice message Find us on Twitter Send us an email Questions Answered in the Episode: • What are the mathematical principles and structural advantages of a geodesic dome? • How do you calculate the number of triangles in a geodesic dome?

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What do you get if you cross 11,520 isosceles triangles with the happiest place on Earth? The Epcot ball, of course, which is perhaps the most famous geodesic structure in the world. Join Pete and Noah as they investigate these incredibly sturdy...

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