Fermat Point for a Triangle in Three Dimensions Using the Taxicab Metric

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  • Author(s): Hanson, J. R. (ORCID Hanson, J. R. (ORCID 0000-0003-4384-1216)
  • Language:
    English
  • Source:
    International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology. 2017 48(3):473-482.
  • Publication Date:
    2017
  • Document Type:
    Journal Articles
    Reports - Descriptive
  • Additional Information
    • Availability:
      Taylor & Francis. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 530 Walnut Street Suite 850, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Tel: 215-625-8900; Fax: 215-207-0050; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals
    • Peer Reviewed:
      Y
    • Source:
      10
    • Subject Terms:
      Geometry; Geometric Concepts; Mathematical Models; Mathematical Formulas; Vignettes; Problem Solving; Educational Strategies; Teaching Methods; Mathematics Instruction
    • Accession Number:
      10.1080/0020739X.2016.1259515
    • ISSN:
      0020-739X
    • Abstract:
      This article explores the process of finding the Fermat point for a triangle ABC in three dimensions. Three examples are presented in detail using geometrical methods. A delightfully simple general method is then presented that requires only the comparison of coordinates of the vertices A, B and C.
    • Abstract:
      As Provided
    • Number of References:
      1
    • Publication Date:
      2017
    • Accession Number:
      EJ1127888