Turtles for tessellations

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    Abstract

    We developed an approach to creating vector graphics representations of tessellations for purposes of teaching creative programming and laser cutting. The approach is based on turtle graphics. The lines of the turtle’s trail define the tiles of the tessellation. The turtle is defined in an object-oriented style and embedded in the Processing environment as a library. The library is called Oogway. It also facilitates embedding line segments made with different tools such as Illustrator. We present the basic idea, the library, several example and our experiences.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationProceedings of Bridges 2013 : Mathematics, Music, Art, Architecture, Culture, July 27-31, 2013, Enschede, The Netherlands
    Pages241-248
    Publication statusPublished - 2013
    Eventconference; Bridges 2013: Mathematics, Music, Art, Architecture, Culture, July 27-31, 2013, Enschede, The Netherlands - Enschede, Netherlands
    Duration: 27 Jul 201331 Jul 2013

    Conference

    Conferenceconference; Bridges 2013: Mathematics, Music, Art, Architecture, Culture, July 27-31, 2013, Enschede, The Netherlands
    Abbreviated titleBridges 2013
    Country/TerritoryNetherlands
    CityEnschede
    Period27/07/1331/07/13
    OtherMathematics, Music, Art, Architecture, Culture, July 27-31, 2013, Enschede, The Netherlands

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