Conical sections,elipse

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In mathematics, a conic section is a curve formed when a plane intersects a cone. Traditionally, there are three main types: ellipses and circles, parabolas, and hyperbolas. The circle stands out enough to be sometimes referred to as the fourth type of conic section. To design an ellipse model, identify the intersection points of a plane and a cone. The instructor may provide parameters for the conic section, asking students to show the necessary calculations. A fun twist is making each part of the cone interlock, so they can be assembled into a complete cone. This was created in FreeCAD using only basic shapes. Illustration from wiki commons. Project: Conical Sections Goals: This project introduces CAD techniques for rotation, placement, and boolean operations on basic shapes. It also helps students visualize mathematical concepts. Target Audiences: This project aligns well with teaching conic math principles simultaneously. Preparation Requirements: Students need to know the basics of shapes, rotations, positions, and boolean operations, as well as an introduction to the related math concepts. This is a simple design that can be created in any chosen CAD software by any instructor. Steps to Complete: 1. Make a cone and cube; rotate and position them as needed. 2. Use subtraction to remove parts of the cone from the cube. Expected Results: Students will learn placement, rotation, and boolean operations on basic shapes. They'll gain a better understanding of conic sections' mathematical concepts.