The Algorithmic Beauty of Sea Shells by Hans Meinhardt

The Algorithmic Beauty of Sea Shells by Hans Meinhardt

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Summary

A reconstruction of the process by which patterns are formed on the shells of tropical sea snails. The corresponding algorithms are described in detail, and an accompanying diskette gives all the algorithms for simulating the natural pattern formation and growth process.

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The Algorithmic Beauty of Sea Shells by Hans Meinhardt

The patterns on the shells of tropical sea snails are not only beautiful but tell the tale of biological development. The decorative patterns are records of their own genesis, which follow their own laws. Hans Meinhardt has analyzed the dynamical process that form these patterns and retraced them faithfully in computer simulations. His book reveals scientific knowledge and fascinating pictures. An accompanying diskette with the corresponding algorithms offers wide scope to those who wish to try their hand at simulating or varying the patterns.
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ISBN 13 9783540639190
ISBN 10 3540639195
Title The Algorithmic Beauty of Sea Shells
Author Hans Meinhardt
Series The Virtual Laboratory
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Binding Type Mixed media product
Publisher Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG
Year published 1998-02-27
Number of pages 236
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
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