Parametric Equation Calculator | Plot & Analyze
Free online calculator for plotting and analyzing parametric equations
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Parametric Equations Guide
Basic Concepts
Understanding parametric equations:
- Definition:
x = f(t) and y = g(t) where t is the parameter
- Parameter t:
Represents time or angle in many applications
- Curve Tracing:
Point (x,y) traces curve as t varies
Common Examples
Popular parametric curves:
- Circle:
x = cos(t), y = sin(t)
- Cycloid:
x = t - sin(t), y = 1 - cos(t)
- Lissajous:
x = sin(at), y = sin(bt)