| RefNo | CLP/24/38/2 |
| AltRefNo | CLP/24/38 p2-3 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Diagram, A solution to a geometric problem by John Collins |
| Date | 17th century |
| Description | Diagram for solving two problems posited in the mathematical writings on the calculation of conic sections by Apollonius of Perga (late 3rd - early 2nd century BC). John Collins used geometrical methods to solve these problems. Diagrams show traingle and polygon with intersecting lines through them, and intersections labelled.
Accompanying text reads: 'It is requested to know the Transverse Axis of that Conicall Section whose Vertex is G whose focus R, S being a Point in the Section. It is required to find the transverse Axis of that Hyperbole whose Center is G, and RG part of one of its Assymptotes GS a Semidiameter of the said Hyperbole, and RS a line southing the Hyperbole in the Point S.'
Subject: Mathematics |
| Extent | 2p |
| Format | Diagram |
| PhysicalDescription | Ink on paper |
| AccessStatus | Open |
| RelatedRecord | CLP/24/38 |
| CLP/24/38/2 |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | PersonName | Dates |
| NA2898 | Collins; John (1625 - 1683); mathematician and scientific administrator | 1625 - 1683 |