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Orbital Spirograph

Spirographs are geometric drawings that mimic orbital paths. Click this link to see how orbital paths imitate spirograph circles.

Planetary Art - Inner Planet Orbital Spirograph - Engaging DataEarlier, I had made a visualization showing that Mercury is the closest planet to Earth (on average) and not Venus or Mars. To make that, I downloaded a bunch of NASA ephemeris (orbital) data. I realized I could use the same data to make some cool orbital art inspired by a spirograph – a planetaryRead More

DIY Spirographs

Watch the videos below to see how to make a spirograph with some simple household items.

Don't forget to share pictures of your spirographs!

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