Cool 2-D functions for graphing

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the sharing and exploration of interesting 2-D mathematical functions suitable for graphing. Participants contribute various functions and express their experiences with plotting them, including syntax issues and preferences for certain types of functions.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Technical explanation
  • Debate/contested
  • Mathematical reasoning

Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares a list of functions they are currently using for graphing, including trigonometric and logarithmic functions.
  • Another participant suggests a specific function involving sine and polynomial terms, noting it looks visually appealing.
  • A humorous exchange occurs regarding the function f(x)=0, with one participant emphasizing its significance.
  • Some participants discuss syntax errors encountered while plotting a suggested function and later confirm its successful plotting.
  • Links to online graphing tools are shared, showcasing various functions and their visual representations.
  • There is a discussion about the capabilities of the graphing tool, including the types of functions it can handle, such as exponential and trigonometric functions.
  • One participant mentions working on an online function evaluation tool that will generate data tables for given functions.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally share functions and express preferences, but there are instances of disagreement regarding the appeal of certain functions and the syntax for plotting them. The discussion remains open-ended without a consensus on which functions are definitively the best for graphing.

Contextual Notes

Some functions discussed may have specific domain restrictions or syntax requirements that are not universally understood, leading to confusion among participants.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in mathematical graphing, educators looking for engaging functions to demonstrate graphing tools, and those developing or using online graphing applications may find this discussion beneficial.

LPHY
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I am collecting nice 2-d functions to demonstrate graphing tool, if anyone have great functions which will look great on 2-d plotting, please let me know.

Here are few equations I am using now. if you guys need I can provide a link to plot each of these graphs. The plotting program I am using allow to use up to 3 different function same time.

(1) sin(pi*x/5)-tan(x*2)
(2) min(sin(pi*x-2),0.452)
(3) F1::cos(pi*x) / (-ln(2)*x), F2::sqrt(9-x^2), F3::-sqrt(9-x^2)
(4) F1::x*sin(10*x), F2::x, F3::-x
(5) F1::ln(x)*cos(15*x), F2::ln(x), F3::-ln(x)
(6) sin(954*x)-2*cos(x)

Thanks in advance
 
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This one looks nice:

f(x) = ((x-0.2)sin(1/(x-0.2)) + x +0.8)(10(x-0.1)^2+0.9)
 
I really like this one:
f(x)=0

It is one of the most important functions you'll ever meet! :smile:
 
radou said:
This one looks nice:

f(x) = ((x-0.2)sin(1/(x-0.2)) + x +0.8)(10(x-0.1)^2+0.9)
I tried to plot this function, but I am getting an error (syntax error)
((x-0.2)*sin(1/(x-0.2))+x+0.8)*(10*(x-0.1)^2+0.9)
 
LPHY said:
I tried to plot this function, but I am getting an error (syntax error)
((x-0.2)*sin(1/(x-0.2))+x+0.8)*(10*(x-0.1)^2+0.9)

Should work. It is defined on <-infty, 0.2>
 
arildno said:
I really like this one:
f(x)=0
Is this a function or constant ?
LOL
 
It's a function. To each value of x, there is assigned only a single function value.
 
  • #12
arildno said:
Just another wavy thing. Can' compete against the stark elegance and cool sobriety of MY function. :approve:

May be true. But your function didn't get a wow. :-p :biggrin: :approve:
 
  • #13
radou said:
May be true. But your function didn't get a wow. :-p :biggrin: :approve:
Mere newbie lack of taste. He'll get a more refined and cultured taste as he plunges deeper into the mysteries of maths.
 
  • #14
  • #15
robphy said:
can it do an exponential function?
It can do all these functions

sin(), cos(), tan(), asin(), acos(), atan()
ln() - standard natural logarithmic
e - natual base
sqrt() - square root
abs() - absolute value
max() - maximum of two numbers
min() - minimum of two numbers
floor() - revious nearest integer
ceil() - next nearest integer
round() - nearest integer
 
  • #16
Just a heads up guys, I am working on a online function evaluation tool, Which will automatically generate data table for given function for given boundaries. Will let you know once this is ready.

Also here is the new thread I created for new 3D function graphing tool
 

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