Visualizing Symmetry Subgroup Structures Using Simple Motifs
Proceedings of Bridges 2018: Mathematics, Art, Music, Architecture, Education, Culture
Pages 363–366
Short Papers
Abstract
Symmetric patterns can be understood mathematically as the resulting action of a symmetry group on a base motif. In each symmetry group, all its elements can be represented by transformation matrices. Using the subgroup structure of a base symmetry group, patterns can be created that have some integration into the overall symmetry. Examples of this process are shown for two dihedral groups and a wallpaper group.