Conics Flashcards
1
Q
What is an example of a conic?
A
An ellipse
2
Q
What is the Trammel method?
A
- Mark 1/2 major + 1/2 minor on trammel
3
Q
Where is point 1?
A
Always in contact with the minor axis
4
Q
Where is point 2?
A
Always in contact with major axis
5
Q
What is ‘p’?
A
It’s point on curve when 1 is on minor and 2 is on major
6
Q
How do you get the focal points?
A
Take 1/2 major axis and swing arc from top of minor where it crosses major
