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A Taste of Java


Symmetry In Chaos

These applets are based on work in symmetry, chaos and fractals presented by Michael Field and Martin Golubitsky in their nifty book Symmetry in Chaos: A Search for Pattern in Mathematics, Art and Nature (out of print). 
  1. Symmetric Icon 
  2. Square Quilt 
  3. Hexagonal Quilt 
  4. Symmetric Fractal 


The background image on this page was generated using Hexagonal Quilt. For more pictures and information, visit Michael Field and Martin Golubitsky's Symmetric Chaos page, or pick through The Geometry Junkyard


Sliding Block Puzzles

This sliding block puzzle has a Java Bean inside. It features a rule-based solver and supports animated gif images.

The most recent version of the puzzle uses Swing! components. Many aspects of the puzzle can be adjusted using the controls on the right

Another version of Puzzle was developed for classic Java 1.1. In this version, the controls are implemented in JavaScript:

More applets to please your palate: 

  1. Parquet - based on a traditional Ethiopian design
  2. Weave-O-Matic - a colorful diaper, according to Webster
  3. Circle Square Animation - an animated image producer
  4. Circle Square - an interactive image producer

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