TED Talks Daily A mysterious design that appears across millennia | Terry Moore
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Aug 15, 2023 Terry Moore, a thinker and author, delves into the intriguing concept of Penrose tiling—two shapes that combine endlessly without repetition. He discusses its surprising appearances across cultures and history, revealing insights into the infinite patterns of life. Moore also explores how these designs embody the complexity of human values and cultural perspectives, demonstrating a hidden unity that transcends time. Tune in for a fascinating journey through mathematics, art, and anthropology!
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Penrose Tiling Discovery
- In 2007, Peter Liu discovered Penrose tiling on a 14th-century madrasa in Uzbekistan.
- This predates Roger Penrose's discovery by 500 years, surprising the scientific community.
Cultural Significance of Penrose Tiling
- Ancient cultures likely viewed Penrose tiling as a representation of life's complexity and underlying unity.
- Life, like the pattern, is aperiodic and unpredictable, yet governed by a unifying force.
Underlying Unity in Design
- Penrose tiles, based on simple shapes and underlying construction lines, create complex patterns.
- This reflects an underlying structure and unity beneath seemingly complex and aperiodic designs.