On 2-generator subgroups of SO(3)

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作者
Radin, C [1 ]
Sadun, L [1 ]
机构
[1] Univ Texas, Dept Math, Austin, TX 78712 USA
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10.1090/S0002-9947-99-02397-1
中图分类号
O1 [数学];
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0701 ; 070101 ;
摘要
We classify all subgroups of SO(3) that are generated by two elements, each a rotation of finite order, about axes separated by an angle that is a rational multiple of pi. In all cases we give a presentation of the subgroup. In most cases the subgroup is the free product, or the amalgamated free product, of cyclic groups or dihedral groups. The relations between the generators are all simple consequences of standard facts about rotations by pi and pi/2. Embedded in the subgroups are explicit free groups on 2 generators, as used in the Banach-Tarski paradox.
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页码:4469 / 4480
页数:12
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