Solving Circle Equation with 2 Intersecting Vectors

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The discussion revolves around solving a circle equation involving two intersecting vectors, with known vector coordinates. A programmer is seeking a fourth point to facilitate the programming of the circle equation, which is based on the ellipse formula. The circle must maintain a specific relationship to the AB vector and intersect points on both CB and BD. Visual aids were provided to illustrate the problem, although the text in the image is noted to be difficult to read. The goal is to accurately define the circle's parameters based on these constraints.
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Thank you for taking time to read my post, I hope I am putting into the correct area of the physics forum.

I am working with a programmer to complete a project that involves 2 intersecting vectors and a circle. The vector coordinates are known, we are trying to solve the circle equation. I have provided a visual example.

The programmer says the problem is he needs a 4th point in order to program this and is not sure how to do this. He states the following:

The equation of ellipse is:
(X -Xo)^2/A^2 + (Y-Yo)^2/B^2 = 1
where Xo,Yo - coordinates of center, A - major, B - minor semiaxes

http://curezone.com/ig/i.asp?i=69998

Thanks again.
 
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Image address:
http://curezone.com/ig/i.asp?i=69998

The text is difficult to read on the image so here is what it says:

Blue squares are outputs from an algorithm

The circle can be any size
but must be in the same relationship to the AB vector (ZY = AB)

the Z point on the circle must be place on pt A

The circle must intersect any point on CB and any point on BD
 

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