This shape, used in many fields from math to engineering and even architecture, is Pringles’ sine qua non. We may have noticed this form with Pringles before other issues.

The shape of Pringles is not made to be aesthetically different and remarkable. This shape even has a name in mathematics, hyperbolic paraboloid.

What is this shape, the name of which is more complicated than the description, and what does it do?

A hyperbolic paraboloid is a doubly curved surface. One of the main features of this surface is that the minimum and maximum points meet at the zero point. In this way a fine balance is created between pushing and pulling and it gains resistance to pressure. Also, the name of this shape is “saddleAlso known as “. This naming is not surprising given the shape of the saddles.

When we visualize this shape, it’s not hard to understand that it’s not just in Pringles.

It is a common shape in engineering, geometry and architecture and is often found in roof designs. Due to its hyperbolic paraboloidal shape, it helps minimize material and improve structural performance. In this way the structure light even more productive It is possible. Thanks to this shape, it is possible to cover large surfaces that are difficult with reinforced concrete.

So why exactly does Pringles use this shape?

Chipmaker Procter & Gamble in 1956 constantly breaking And from the air into the bag He received complaints from his customers. The company then wanted to solve this problem by appointing chemist Fredric J. Baur.

After 2 years of research and work, Baur prevented breakage by baking saddle-shaped potato chips with this technique called hyperbolic paraboloid and placing them in cylinder boxes, but the taste of the chips was a problem. Researcher to capture the taste Alexander Lip was commissioned and completed the research by solving the taste problem.

The curvature in the shape ensures that the chips in the box are highly resistant to pressure and resistance and prevent the chips from breaking easily. And also interlocking Thanks to this shape, more chips can be put in the box. This is too satisfaction like economy positive situation.

The benefits of the shape don’t stop there.

Never try to break Pringles in half. symmetrical will not break. The reason for this is that the crack formed has a structure that prevents it from spreading naturally. That’s exactly why the chips that fall apart with each bite are different. the feeling of satisfaction increases. In addition, thanks to its shape, we cannot completely forget about the pleasure that the chips bring to our palate.

This preference of Pringles puts it on a different note from other potato chip brands, at least in terms of notoriety. This too strategic It must have been the right move.