Generic mathematical definitions of the conics

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A user seeks a website with generic mathematical definitions of conics, including parabolas, ellipses, and hyperbolas. Another user provides a link to a resource that meets this request. The original poster expresses gratitude and asks for additional reading references on conics in polar coordinates, questioning the necessity of converting to Cartesian form. The discussion highlights the challenge of finding comprehensive resources on conic sections. Overall, the thread emphasizes the importance of accessible mathematical definitions and resources for conics.
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Hello,

Do you know a website with the most generic mathematical definitions of the conics (parabola, ellipse, hyperbola)?

Thanks
 
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Here you go:

http://www.krellinst.org/UCES/archive/resources/conics/
 
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Oh... PERFECT!

I've searched the web for a long time and could not find it. Thank you so much, Tom.
 
Do you have a reading reference in the web on conics with polar coordinates? I am not sure whether or not there is a real need to switch back to the cartesian form in this particular case.

Thank you very much
 

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