Anyone notice that the World Cup ball is a Pyritohedron?

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The World Cup soccer ball is identified as a Pyritohedron, contrasting with the traditional Truncated Icosahedron shape commonly associated with soccer balls. The discussion highlights the evolution of ball design, emphasizing the significance of geometric shapes in performance. Key references include articles from FiveThirtyEight and Wikipedia entries on the Truncated Icosahedron and Pyritohedron, providing a comprehensive understanding of these geometric forms.

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  • Understanding of geometric shapes, specifically Truncated Icosahedron and Pyritohedron.
  • Familiarity with the design and technology of sports equipment.
  • Basic knowledge of soccer (association football) and its regulations.
  • Access to resources like Wikipedia for further reading on geometric forms.
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  • Research the impact of ball shape on soccer performance metrics.
  • Explore the technology behind modern soccer ball design.
  • Learn about the historical evolution of soccer ball shapes and materials.
  • Investigate the physics of ball movement in relation to its geometric shape.
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Soccer enthusiasts, sports equipment designers, and anyone interested in the intersection of geometry and athletic performance will benefit from this discussion.

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I thought it was a buckyball, or are they the same?
 

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