I need to know how to equally space objects on a curve formed by a parabola.
The vertex will be at the origin, so that should simplify matters (I
believe this means that the formula for the curve itself will be a simple
aX^2).

What I am going to use this for is to place spheres along a parabola to
create rope. I would use a cantenary but I want to be able to reflect the
stiffness of the rope. I figure a parabola is the way to go as I can adjust
the fatness of the curve using a. At a given point (X,Y), the curve will be
nearly vertical.

My problem is figuring out how to evenly space the spheres along the curve.

Any takers?

Tim

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