Positive Curvature: Maximum Area of Equilateral Triangle

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Start date Jun 16, 2008
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In summary, positive curvature is the outward curvature of a shape or surface. It is related to the maximum area of an equilateral triangle, as it allows the triangle's sides to curve outward and create more space in the interior. The maximum area of an equilateral triangle is significant because it represents the most efficient use of available space. It can be calculated using the formula A = (√3/4) * s^2, and can also be applied to other convex shapes and surfaces such as circles, spheres, and cylinders.

Jun 16, 2008

randa177

what's the maximum area of an equilateral triangle that can be drawn on a positive curvature?

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Jun 16, 2008

Fluxman

Sounds like math, not cosmology.

Jun 16, 2008

MiltMeyers

I signed on to this forum as a physics and Math help forum, did I read it wrong? Yes I would also like to know the max area on curved space?

milt

1. What is the concept of positive curvature?

Positive curvature refers to the curvature of a shape or surface that is convex, meaning it curves outward. In other words, it is the opposite of negative curvature, which is concave.

2. How is positive curvature related to the maximum area of an equilateral triangle?

In the case of an equilateral triangle, positive curvature plays a crucial role in determining the maximum area that the triangle can have. This is because positive curvature allows the triangle's sides to curve outward, creating more space in the interior.

3. Why is the maximum area of an equilateral triangle significant?

The maximum area of an equilateral triangle is significant because it represents the most efficient way to use the available space. In other words, it is the most area that can be enclosed by a perimeter of a given length, making it a fundamental concept in geometry and optimization problems.

4. How is the maximum area of an equilateral triangle calculated?

The maximum area of an equilateral triangle can be calculated using the formula A = (√3/4) * s^2, where A is the maximum area and s is the length of one side of the triangle.

5. Can the concept of positive curvature and the maximum area of an equilateral triangle be applied to other shapes?

Yes, the concept of positive curvature and the maximum area of an equilateral triangle can be applied to other shapes and surfaces, as long as they have a convex curvature. This includes shapes such as circles, spheres, and cylinders.