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Definition. If �(s) � 0 , the torsion �(s) of the <strong>curve</strong><br />

� at s is defined by the formula<br />

B'(s) = — �(s) N(s) .<br />

This is the opposite sign convention from do Carmo.<br />

Problem 11. Find the curvature and torsion of the helix<br />

�(t) = (a cos t, a sin t, b t) .<br />

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