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Mathematical Breakthrough in Tiling Theory

Updated 2026-07-29 09:55 UTC 1 source Neutral

A new tiling pattern, discovered by an amateur mathematician in 2022, has gained recognition among physicists. This unique construct can tile surfaces without repeating and may have practical applications.

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Scientific American

Math’s acclaimed ‘einstein tile’ finds a new home among physicists

Discovered by an amateur mathematician in 2022, this strange construct can tile an infinite surface without repeating. But can it be useful in the real world?

2026-07-29 09:00 UTC