Feasible permutations of Kepler's spheres

Date of Publication

1997

Document Type

Bachelor's Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics

College

College of Science

Department/Unit

Mathematics and Statistics

Abstract/Summary

Kepler's spheres are twelve spheres which are tangential to a central sphere. The main concern of this study is to consider a related question of Erno Rubik: if we label the twelve spheres and roll them over the surface of the inner sphere at will, what permutations are achievable? . This thesis shows how the concepts in group theory and geometry may be applied to determine the feasible permutations of Kepler's spheres. The article by James G. Propp entitled Kepler's Spheres and Rubik's Cube served as a basic material in developing this paper.

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Print

Accession Number

TU08310

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall

Physical Description

58 leaves

Keywords

Permutations; Sphere; Group theory; Mathematics--Problems, exercises, etc.

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