The DRAGON Curve!!

Did you know that, mathematically speaking, a “Dragon Curve” really exists???

Dragon CurveYes, there really is one! Here’s a way to create a Dragon Curve by folding paper. The author of this begins by talking about Jurassic Park and turns to a page in the novel that is sporting a Dragon Curve!  Don Knuth (Stanford U. professor emeritus in mathematics) had a Dragon Curve designed in tile for the wall of his home, only to find out some time later that there was a mistake in his curve!

Finally, remember Vi Hart from my Doodling in Math Class page? Just for giggles, here’s another doodle of hers where she plays with the “Dragon Curve”.

Cool pic from:  http://all-free-download.com/free-vector/dragon-curve.html