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Joseph O'Rourke

@josephofrourke

Olin Professor of Computer Science, Emeritus; Professor of Mathematics, Emeritus.

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Most are familiar with Morley's theorem: trisecting triangle angles leads to a central equilateral triangle. Less known is Marion Walter's theorem, discovered in 1993: the central hexagon formed by trisecting the sides always has area 1/10 the original. #Geometry #Mathematics

Most are familiar with Morley's theorem: trisecting triangle angles leads to a central equilateral triangle. Less known is Marion Walter's theorem, discovered in 1993: the central hexagon formed by trisecting the sides always has area 1/10 the original. #Geometry #Mathematics