Catenary Kitties Вђ“ Fractal Kitty (2026)

The project focuses on the catenary curve , the natural U-shape a chain or cable assumes under its own weight when supported at its ends.

💡 You can explore Wood's other generative experiments and interactive sketches on her Fractal Kitty Blog or her Codepen gallery. If you'd like, I can: Explain the mathematical formula for a catenary curve Provide a p5.js code snippet for a basic catenary arch Show you where to find her other math-art comics Comics - Fractal Kitty Catenary Kitties – Fractal Kitty

Project Overview: Catenary Kitties is a generative math-art project created by Sophia Wood , better known as Fractal Kitty . Developed in January 2022 for the "Architecture" prompt of Genuary —a month-long creative coding challenge—the project blends hand-drawn digital art with mathematical code to explore the aesthetic of suspension curves. Key Components The project focuses on the catenary curve ,

On the live code page , users can click to randomize the kitties or type "p" to toggle cloud motion . Context and Inspiration Developed in January 2022 for the "Architecture" prompt

The catenary curve is vital in architecture, used in the design of arches (like the Gateway Arch) and suspension bridges to ensure stability.