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Cycloid
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a line generated by a point on a circle rolling along a straight line
cycloid
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(of a curve) formed by a point on a circle rolling on a line
Example
The cycloid shape is often applied in physics to describe the motion of objects under rolling conditions.
When studying the geometry of the wheel, the cycloid curve was an essential concept to understand.
The artist used a cycloid pattern in his design to symbolize continuous motion.
