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'''Rubik's Magic: Master Edition''' (most commonly known as '''Master Magic''') is a mechanical [[puzzle]] invented by the [[Hungary|Hungarian]] sculptor and professor of [[architecture]] [[Ernő Rubik]] and first manufactured by [[Matchbox (toy company)|Matchbox]] in 1987. It is a modification from the [[Rubik's Magic]] first published in 1980. The difference is that Master Magic consists of 12 square tiles, while Rubik's magic has only 8 tiles.<ref name=rbstore>{{cite web | title = Rubik's Magic Rings 12 | publisher = Hungarian Cube Store | year = 2010 | accessdate = 2010-06-02 | url = http://huncube.com/rubik-s-magic-rings-12 }}</ref> |
'''Rubik's Magic: Master Edition''' (most commonly known as '''Master Magic''') is a mechanical [[puzzle]] invented by the [[Hungary|Hungarian]] sculptor and professor of [[architecture]] [[Ernő Rubik]] and first manufactured by [[Matchbox (toy company)|Matchbox]] in 1987. It is a modification from the [[Rubik's Magic]] first published in 1980. The difference is that Master Magic consists of 12 square tiles, while Rubik's magic has only 8 tiles.<ref name=rbstore>{{cite web | title = Rubik's Magic Rings 12 | publisher = Hungarian Cube Store | year = 2010 | accessdate = 2010-06-02 | url = http://huncube.com/rubik-s-magic-rings-12 }}</ref> |
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The goal of the game is the same as for Rubik's Magic, which is to fold the puzzle from a 2 × 6 rectangular shape into a '''W'''-like shape with a certain tiles arrangement. Initially, the front side shows a set of 5 linked rings. After solved, the puzzle is in the shape of a '''W''' letter, and shows 5 unlinked rings on the back side of the previous initial state.<ref>{{cite web | title = Jaap's Puzzle Page: Master Magic | accessdate = 2010-06-01 | url = http://www.jaapsch.net/puzzles/magicmast.htm }}</ref> |
The goal of the game is the same as for Rubik's Magic, which is to fold the puzzle from a 2 × 6 rectangular shape into a '''W'''-like shape with a certain tiles arrangement. Initially, the front side shows a set of 5 linked rings. After solved, the puzzle is in the shape of a '''W''' letter, and shows 5 unlinked rings on the back side of the previous initial state.<ref name=jaap>{{cite web | title = Jaap's Puzzle Page: Master Magic | accessdate = 2010-06-01 | url = http://www.jaapsch.net/puzzles/magicmast.htm }}</ref> |
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[[Image:Rubiksmagicmasteredition solved.jpg|right|thumb|Rubik's Magic: Master Edition in solved state]] |
[[Image:Rubiksmagicmasteredition solved.jpg|right|thumb|Rubik's Magic: Master Edition in solved state]] |
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==Specifications== |
==Specifications== |
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The puzzle has 12 panels interconnected with nylon wires. In a 2 × 6 rectangular shape, measuring approximately 4.25 inches (10.5 cm) by 13 inches (32 cm).<ref name=rbstore /> |
The puzzle has 12 panels interconnected with nylon wires. In a 2 × 6 rectangular shape, measuring approximately 4.25 inches (10.5 cm) by 13 inches (32 cm).<ref name=rbstore /> |
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==Solutions== |
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As a puzzle, the Master Edition is actually simpler than the original [[Rubik's Magic]]. |
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It offers more degrees of freedom (more hinges), |
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allowing you to work on one part, mostly ignoring the other parts. |
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The minimal solution involves 16 quarter turns moves<ref>{{cite journal | last = Verhoeff | first = Tom | title = Minimal Solutions for the 12-Magic | journal = Cubism For Fun | year = 1987 | issue = 16 | pages=12-13 | accessdate = 2014-08-27 | url = http://www.win.tue.nl/~wstomv/publications/Minimal_Solutions_for_the_12-Magic-CFF-nr-16-pp-12-13.pdf}}</ref>. |
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There are multiple solutions<ref name=jaap/>. |
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== Competitions and world records == |
== Competitions and world records == |
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Revision as of 13:02, 27 August 2014
Rubik's Magic: Master Edition (most commonly known as Master Magic) is a mechanical puzzle invented by the Hungarian sculptor and professor of architecture Ernő Rubik and first manufactured by Matchbox in 1987. It is a modification from the Rubik's Magic first published in 1980. The difference is that Master Magic consists of 12 square tiles, while Rubik's magic has only 8 tiles.[1]
The goal of the game is the same as for Rubik's Magic, which is to fold the puzzle from a 2 × 6 rectangular shape into a W-like shape with a certain tiles arrangement. Initially, the front side shows a set of 5 linked rings. After solved, the puzzle is in the shape of a W letter, and shows 5 unlinked rings on the back side of the previous initial state.[2]
Specifications
The puzzle has 12 panels interconnected with nylon wires. In a 2 × 6 rectangular shape, measuring approximately 4.25 inches (10.5 cm) by 13 inches (32 cm).[1]
Solutions
As a puzzle, the Master Edition is actually simpler than the original Rubik's Magic. It offers more degrees of freedom (more hinges), allowing you to work on one part, mostly ignoring the other parts.
The minimal solution involves 16 quarter turns moves[3]. There are multiple solutions[2].
Competitions and world records
The puzzle was an official WCA event from 2003-2012.[4]
Yuxuan Wang (China) holds the world record for a single solve (1.66 seconds) and Ernie Pulchny (USA) holds the world record for an average of 5 solves (1.75 seconds).[5]
See also
References
- ^ a b "Rubik's Magic Rings 12". Hungarian Cube Store. 2010. Retrieved 2010-06-02.
- ^ a b "Jaap's Puzzle Page: Master Magic". Retrieved 2010-06-01.
- ^ Verhoeff, Tom (1987). "Minimal Solutions for the 12-Magic" (PDF). Cubism For Fun (16): 12–13. Retrieved 2014-08-27.
- ^ "WCA Competitions". WCA. 2010. Retrieved 2010-06-01.
- ^ "WCA Official Results". WCA. 2010. Retrieved 2010-06-01.
External links
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