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How do I rotate some shape in 2d space? That is, what factor do I multiply the x and y components to rotate my shape?
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fcs04001 said:How do I rotate some shape in 2d space? That is, what factor do I multiply the x and y components to rotate my shape?
Thanks.
To rotate a shape in space, you need to have a reference point and an axis of rotation. The shape will rotate around the axis, so the reference point needs to be fixed. Then, you can use rotation matrices or quaternions to calculate the new coordinates of the shape after rotation.
In 2D space, the shape can only rotate around one axis, usually the z-axis. In 3D space, the shape can rotate around any of the three axes - x, y, or z. Additionally, in 3D space, the shape can also have rotations around multiple axes simultaneously, creating complex movements.
The orientation of a shape refers to its initial position and direction in space. This affects the rotation because the shape will rotate around its own center of mass, which may not align with the center of the coordinate system. This means that the shape's orientation will change as it rotates, and the rotation may also affect the shape's position in space.
Yes, a shape can rotate around any fixed point in space. This is known as rotation about an arbitrary point, and it involves translating the shape so that the point of rotation becomes its center of mass, rotating the shape, and then translating it back to its original position. This can be useful for creating complex movements and animations.
To calculate the amount of rotation needed, you can use a combination of rotation matrices and trigonometric functions. First, determine the difference between the current orientation of the shape and the desired orientation. Then, use the rotation matrices to calculate the rotations around each axis needed to align the shape with the desired orientation. Finally, use trigonometric functions to determine the exact angles of rotation needed for each axis.