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| − | The '''Kepler Conjecture''', proposed by [[Johannes Kepler]] in 1611, states that | + | The '''Kepler Conjecture''', proposed by [[Johannes Kepler]] in 1611, states that [[hexagon]]al and cubic close-packing are the densest possible ways to pack identical [[sphere]]s. In 1998, a proof was announced by [[Thomas Hales]]. While the proof has proven difficult to verify due to its heavy use of computer calculations, it is believed to be correct. |
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Revision as of 02:18, January 14, 2008
The Kepler Conjecture, proposed by Johannes Kepler in 1611, states that hexagonal and cubic close-packing are the densest possible ways to pack identical spheres. In 1998, a proof was announced by Thomas Hales. While the proof has proven difficult to verify due to its heavy use of computer calculations, it is believed to be correct.
External Links
- The Kepler Conjecture at MathWorld