Odd divisions.

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A random folder
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Odd divisions.

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How do you divide a model into very uncommon lengths, like thirteens?
(Besides Reference Finder, or making 14ths and cutting).
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Well, there are several geometric constructions for divisions like that. Mainly for more common divisions such as 3rds, 5ths, and 9ths, but there are ways to get more uncommon divisions too. I learned a lot from this paper on Robert Lang's site.
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Post by maarten_smit »

[img]http://brick131.hyves.org/121550001-121 ... _w50-.jpeg[/img]

This means that if you want to divide in (for example) 5ths (n+1), you first need to divide in 4ths (n). This works for every number. If you want I can PM you with proof (if you don't believe me):P.

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Yup, that's basically what the haga theorem is all about
http://www.origami.gr.jp/People/CAGE_/d ... dex-e.html
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