Dominoes are a toy that has been around for centuries. Kids and adults alike enjoy lining them up in long rows and then knocking them over. Some people even make them into shapes or designs. Today’s Wonder of the Day explains how that happens and how dominoes can be used in games of chance.
Like playing cards, of which they are a variant, dominoes are pieces that are identically numbered on one side and blank or slightly differently patterned on the other. Each domino also has markings, known as pips, that originally represented the results of throwing two six-sided dice. Dominoes have been played in a wide variety of games and are also used for educational purposes.
Hevesh has been making mind-boggling domino setups since she was 10. As a YouTube star, her videos have attracted more than 2 million subscribers. She has created dazzling displays for movies, TV shows, and events, including the album launch of pop superstar Katy Perry.
To create a domino layout, Hevesh starts by considering the theme or purpose of the display. She then brainstorms images or words that can be incorporated into the layout. She tests each section of the design. She demonstrates this process in her videos, which help viewers see how each piece works and why it is important to the overall design.
Once the test dominoes are in place, Hevesh assembles them into a larger layout. She tries to arrange them in such a way that they will fall according to the laws of physics. For example, she considers how many rows of dominoes can be placed at once, how long the dominoes will be in the layout, and whether there are any gaps in the formation.
When she is satisfied with the result, Hevesh begins to play the dominoes. She aims to make each tile touch another in such a way that it causes the dominoes to fall as quickly as possible. The goal is to finish the layout before the opponent’s time runs out.
Hevesh also tries to make sure that the dominoes are aligned properly so that they will fall in the correct order. The dominoes must also be positioned in such a way that the player can easily reach each one without knocking over any of the tiles.
When Domino’s CEO David Brandon became aware of problems with the company, he made it a priority to listen to employees. He instituted changes such as a relaxed dress code, new leadership training programs, and college recruiting systems. He also paid close attention to customers’ complaints, which helped Domino’s improve its service and become a top workplace again. This line of communication is an important aspect of Domino’s culture, which continues to this day. You can see this commitment to customer satisfaction in the company’s Undercover Boss series, which follows CEO Don Meij as he goes undercover at several Domino’s stores. Ultimately, the company’s success depends on the support of its customers and employees, who can’t do their jobs well if they are not happy with their work environment or pay.