There's something inherently pleasing about things that match – from matching pillows on a couch to matching paintings on either side of a room. These elements create a sense of cohesion, balance, and ...

I am a fan of Richard Feynman. When I was a freshman at Caltech in 1964 he gave a couple of lectures to our physics class. At the time I was both too young and too nave to appreciate the privilege I ...

Nature’s plants and animals have a striking characteristic: symmetry. Symmetrical designs are simpler, more reliable, and reusable. Since nature is so fond of symmetry, it is surprising that we do not ...

In the realm of high-performance IC (integrated circuit) design, symmetry is not just an aesthetic preference—it’s a critical factor for ensuring proper device functionality, especially in analog and ...