Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
evolute
noun
/ˈiːvəluːt/
Definition
The evolute of a curve is the locus of the centers of curvature of that curve.
Examples
- The evolute of a circle is a single point.
- Understanding the evolute helps in analyzing the properties of more complex curves.
Meaning
In geometry, an evolute is a curve that represents the path traced by the centers of curvature of another curve, showing how the curvature changes along that curve.
Synonyms
- Curvature locus
- Center of curvature path
