Prime Link: 8_3_10

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This prime link, labeled 8_3_10, is depicted in two versions - thin and thick. In the former, the tube size is halved to enhance visibility of crossings, while the latter displays the full-scale tube. Both variants are easier to print with less support material. The knot model was generated using RidgeRunner, a free software available at http://www.jasoncantarella.com/wordpress/software/ridgerunner/. This program employs an algorithm that optimizes the knot's ropelength while maintaining a constant tube around it. It is crucial to note that this representation of the 8_3_10 knot is just one of its potential configurations, as different functional minimization could result in varied models. To explore the knot further, visit http://katlas.math.toronto.edu/L8n6 for more information or watch a video of this knot tightening at http://www.jasoncantarella.com/movs.