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We developed a geometric method to construct 3D Euclidean nets from 2D hyperbolic tilings projected onto triply periodic minimal surfaces (TPMSs). This approach expands tiling theory and classifies networks on P, D, and G surfaces.

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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Geometry
  • Crystallography

Background:

  • Periodic three-dimensional Euclidean nets are fundamental in materials science and crystallography.
  • Understanding the construction and classification of these nets is crucial for designing novel materials with specific properties.
  • Existing methods often lack a systematic approach for generating complex network structures.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a novel geometric method for constructing periodic 3D Euclidean nets.
  • To extend combinatorial tiling theory to the realm of triply periodic minimal surfaces (TPMSs).
  • To enumerate and classify networks derived from hyperbolic tilings on specific TPMSs.

Main Methods:

  • Projecting 2D hyperbolic tilings onto a family of TPMSs.
  • Utilizing combinatorial tiling theory (Dress, Huson & Delgado-Friedrichs).
  • Enumerating simple reticulations and classifying networks based on tile types and dual vertices.

Main Results:

  • A new method for geometric construction of 3D Euclidean nets is established.
  • The study provides a taxonomy of networks arising from kaleidoscopic hyperbolic tilings.
  • Networks are mapped to Schwarz's primitive (P), diamond (D), and Schoen's gyroid (G) surfaces.

Conclusions:

  • The presented method offers a systematic way to generate and understand complex 3D network structures.
  • This work bridges hyperbolic geometry, tiling theory, and TPMSs for geometric construction.
  • The classification provides a valuable resource for researchers in materials science and related fields.