Google Earth Voyager Story: The Geometry of Castles

Topic

Geometric Models

Description

This lesson explores the geometric principles found in castle architecture using Google Earth imagery. Castles often incorporate various geometric shapes, such as rectangles, circles, and polygons, in their design. These shapes contribute to the structural integrity and aesthetic appeal of the castles. By examining castles from around the world, students can understand the application of geometric concepts like symmetry, angles, and spatial reasoning. Google Earth enhances this learning experience by providing detailed satellite views, allowing students to analyze the layout and design of these historical structures. This approach helps students connect theoretical geometry with practical applications in architecture. For a complete collection of these Google Earth applications related to Geometric Modeling click on this link: Google Earth Voyager Story Collection.

Viewing Media4Math Stories on Google Earth

These Google Earth Voyager Stories are also available on Google Earth. Best viewed in Chrome, click on the links below to view these dynamic stories using Google's technology:

• Architectural Prisms, Part 1
• Architectural Prisms, Part 2
• Architectural Prisms, Part 3
• Circular Structures, Part 1
• Circular Structures, Part 2
• Polygon Architecture, Part 1
• Polygon Architecture, Part 2
• Quadrilateral Structures I
• Quadrilateral Structures II
• The Geometry of Castles
• The Geometry of City Planning, Part 1
• The Geometry of City Planning, Part 2
• The Geometry of Sustainable Architecture, Part 1
• The Geometry of Sustainable Architecture, Part I1
• Triangular Structures
• The Mathematics of Pyramids, Part 1
• The Mathematics of Pyramids, Part 2