Self-reverse elements and lines in an algebra for 3D space (Q2194021)

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Self-reverse elements and lines in an algebra for 3D space
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    Self-reverse elements and lines in an algebra for 3D space (English)
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    25 August 2020
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    A geometric algebra \({\mathcal G}_4\) is introduced and studied. It represents points, lines, and planes as elements within the algebra of grades 1, 2, and 3 respectively. This algebra is here used to prove Desargues' theorem and the theorem on the existence of the Fermat-Torricelli point.
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    geometric algebra
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    Fermat-Torricelli point
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    Desargues' theorem
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