Alternating Series

What It Does

Creates a sequence where values alternate according to a repeating pattern. It applies a pattern of multipliers to an input sequence, allowing you to create alternating positive and negative values or other repeating patterns.

Inputs

Name	Description	Type	Required
sequence	The base sequence of numbers to transform	List	No
pattern	The pattern of multipliers to apply cyclically	List	No
precision	Number of decimal places to round to	Number	No

Outputs

Name	Description	Type
array	The resulting alternating sequence	List

Alternating Series Example

How to Use It

1. Drag the Alternating Series node into your graph.

2. Set the "sequence" to your base values (default is [1, 2, 3, 4]).

3. Set the "pattern" to define how values alternate (default is [1, -1]).

4. Set the "precision" for decimal rounding (default is 2).

5. Run the graph—with the default settings, your output will be [1, -2, 3, -4].

Tips

• The default pattern [1, -1] creates a classic alternating positive/negative sequence.

• Pattern values are not limited to 1 and -1; you can use any numbers to create custom patterns.

• If the sequence is longer than the pattern, the pattern repeats cyclically.

See Also

• Arithmetic Series: For sequences with constant addition between terms.

• Geometric Series: For sequences with constant multiplication between terms.

• Array Map: For more complex transformations of arrays.

Use Cases

• Zigzag Patterns: Create alternating visual layouts for tiles or elements.

• Oscillating Effects: Generate sequences for wave-like animations or transitions.

• Signal Processing: Create alternating patterns for signal manipulation.

• Checkerboard Layouts: Generate values for grid-based designs with alternating properties.