Synopsis:

Chuck HobermanChuck Hoberman’s inventions are more than just technological marvels; they’re works of art. See how basic principles of geometry help him create extraordinarily strong, expandable structures.
Running time 2:29 minutes

Hands-On Math Activities:

Polygon Percent Patterns
Subject: Mathematics
Topics: Geometry; Percents
Grades: 4 - 7

Triangles in Architecture
Subject: Mathematics
Topics: Geometry (polygons)
Grades: 3 - 7

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