Lissajous
Readings, experiences and conversations across consciousness, intelligences, symbols and systems.
Experiment 001 / Lissajousx = sin(3t + φ) · y = sin(2t)
The laboratory
Two rhythms. A world of shapes.
A line follows two oscillations, one horizontal and one vertical. Change their ratio, shift the phase. Watch a simple rule become an unexpected figure.
The figure is mathematical. The meaning you give it is your own interpretation. Explore on Wolfram ↗
Try the 2:2 ratio and move from 0° to 90°. Compare the segment with the circle, then change the horizontal frequency. Write down a prediction before moving the slider.
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