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The Mathematical Tourist: Manhole Cover Geometry
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The mythical Reuleaux triangle manhole cover
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geometry - Can manholes be made in other shapes than circles, that
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The Mathematical Tourist: Reuleaux Triangle on the Street
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The Mathematical Tourist: Manhole Cover Geometry
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The Mathematical Tourist: Manhole Cover Geometry
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Why Manholes are always circular in shape?