Johan Gielis (born July 8, 1962) is a Belgian engineer, scientist, mathematician, and entrepreneur.
He is best known for developing the concept of the superformula, which is a generalization of the traditional Pythagorean theorem and the equation of the circle, that can generate a wide variety of complex shapes found in nature.
The company applies the superfomula to develop efficient antennas to transmit data via various frequencies.
[9] He suggested that it allows for the creation of shapes that can mimic natural forms such as flowers, shells, and other intricate structures.
The mathematical equation combines elements of trigonometry and algebra to generate complex and visually appealing patterns.