5.34. (a) Show that the projection of a helix on a cone of revolution onto a plane perpendicular to the axis of the cone is a logarithmic spiral.

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5.34.
(a) Show that the projection of a helix on a cone of revolution onto a plane perpendicular to the
axis of the cone is a logarithmic spiral.
Transcribed Image Text:5.34. (a) Show that the projection of a helix on a cone of revolution onto a plane perpendicular to the axis of the cone is a logarithmic spiral.
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