September 29, 2009
No CommentsDefinition of a Cardioid
Description
A detailed tutorial on the definition of a cardioid. Step by step tutorial including a visual example of a cardioid for reference. The regular cardioid shape is when there is no loop within the circle.
Overview
A limaçon is a special kind of curve that is formed when a circle rolls around the outside of a circle of equal radius. The cardioid is a unique type of limaçon, where the point generating the curve lies on the rolling circle, resulting in a cusp. The cardioid is named for its resemblance to a heart.
