Find the formula for X=tP+sQ under a translation and a rotation

In summary: Rotation by 180 degrees is a reflection in the line through C perpendicular to the line PQ.In summary, the American physicists working on the project of planar lines in the form X=tP+sQ, where P and Q are fixed points and s, t are varying reals satisfying s+t=1, need formulae for the images of the line X=tP+sQ under a translation by a vector B and rotations by 180 and 90 degrees about a point C. The formula for a translation by a vector B is X=tP+sQ+B, while the formula for rotation by 180 degrees is (x,y) -> (-x,y) and for rotation by 90 degrees is (x,y) -> (y
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Homework Statement


A group of American physicist works on a project where planar lines are in the form X=tP+sQ, where P and Q are two fixed different points and s, t are varying reals satisfying s+t=1. They need to know formulae for the images of the line X=tP+sQ in the following three cases:
1. Under the translation by a vector B
2. Under rotation about a point C by 180 degrees
3. Under rotation about a point C by 90 degrees
Please provide those formulae and a justification for them.

Homework Equations


X=tP+sQ
s+t=1

The Attempt at a Solution


A translation by a vector, B will preserve length and slope, so the new formulae is X=tP+sQ+B.

A rotation will preserve length, but not necessarily slope. I know that with points, a 90 degree rotation will give (x,y) -> (y,-x) and that a rotation of 180 degrees will give (x,y) -> (-x,y).

I'm not sure how to use this information to get to a clear answer, with a formula and justification for it.
 
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KitKat21 said:

Homework Statement


A group of American physicist works on a project where planar lines are in the form X=tP+sQ, where P and Q are two fixed different points and s, t are varying reals satisfying s+t=1. They need to know formulae for the images of the line X=tP+sQ in the following three cases:
1. Under the translation by a vector B
2. Under rotation about a point C by 180 degrees
3. Under rotation about a point C by 90 degrees
Please provide those formulae and a justification for them.


Homework Equations


X=tP+sQ
s+t=1


The Attempt at a Solution


A translation by a vector, B will preserve length and slope, so the new formulae is X=tP+sQ+B.

A rotation will preserve length, but not necessarily slope. I know that with points, a 90 degree rotation will give (x,y) -> (y,-x) and that a rotation of 180 degrees will give (x,y) -> (-x,y).

I'm not sure how to use this information to get to a clear answer, with a formula and justification for it.

There are standard formulas for the transition from ##(x,y)## to ##(x',y')## under a rotation through angle ##\theta##. Just use them on each of the points P and Q.
 
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Ray Vickson said:
There are standard formulas for the transition from ##(x,y)## to ##(x',y')## under a rotation through angle ##\theta##. Just use them on each of the points P and Q.

Where would I find these formulas? I have tried google and come up with nothing...?
 
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For a rotation at C, translate C to the origin, rotate, translate the origin to C.
 

FAQ: Find the formula for X=tP+sQ under a translation and a rotation

What is the formula for X=tP+sQ?

The formula for X=tP+sQ is a mathematical expression that represents a point X that is obtained by multiplying the coordinates of a point P by a scaling factor t and adding the coordinates of a point Q multiplied by a scaling factor s.

What is a translation and rotation in this context?

In mathematics, translation and rotation are two types of transformations applied to a point or an object in a coordinate system. Translation involves moving a point or object in a straight line without changing its size or shape, while rotation involves rotating a point or object around a fixed point.

How do you find the formula for X=tP+sQ under a translation and a rotation?

To find the formula for X=tP+sQ under a translation and a rotation, you can use the following steps:

  • Translate the point or object using the translation formula: X'=X+A, where A is the translation vector.
  • Rotate the translated point or object using the rotation formula: X''=X'*R, where R is the rotation matrix.
  • Substitute the values of X', R, and A in the formula X=tP+sQ to obtain the final formula for X.

Can this formula be used for any type of translation and rotation?

Yes, the formula for X=tP+sQ under a translation and a rotation can be used for any type of translation and rotation. This is because the formula is a general expression that can be applied to different types of transformations as long as the translation vector and rotation matrix are appropriately defined.

What is the significance of finding the formula for X=tP+sQ under a translation and a rotation?

Finding the formula for X=tP+sQ under a translation and a rotation is useful in many practical applications, such as computer graphics, robotics, and physics. It allows us to accurately calculate the coordinates of a point or object after undergoing a translation and rotation, which is essential for designing and simulating various systems and processes.

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