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Elliptical Pool Table |
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| Go to: |
http://www.davew.orcon.net.nz/poolellipse/poolellipse.html
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| Description: |
Choose "New Toys" from the menu bar when it has loaded (be patient); then choose "Elliptical Pool Table" one that in turn is loaded. This applet simulates pool on a table where the "pocket" is the right-side focus of an ellipse. The cue can only be aimed towards the left side of the ellipse. |
| Technology Type: |
Java Applet | |
| Author: |
David Williamson |
| Language: |
English | |
| Cost: |
Does not require payment for use |
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| Courses: |
Algebra II |
Ellipses |
| PreCalculus |
foci |
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Student Review (Not based on classroom experience)
Reviewer: tpowers, Jul 15 2004 03:48:27:450PM |
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Appropriate for: introduction to a concept, applications of a concept or technique |
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Ability to meet my goals: Very Effective |
Recommended for: Geometry: History of geometry, Construction and loci, Modeling and applications
Algebra II: Conic sections
Trigonometry: Vectors, Parametric Equations
Calculus: Param., Polar, & Vector Fcns., Derivative at a Point, Applications of Derivatives |
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