Here we see the initial circular level set in both Kuiper's drawing (left) and the final polyhedral surface (right). Both are convex, which is required for them to form the top sets of tight immersions![]()
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Level 2: Pulling one side across
Comparison to Kuiper's level sets
Other pictures
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