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The Odd Hummer Principle Cover

Abstract

The Hummer Principle was born from the mind of Bob Hummer in 1946, which consists of performing card shuffles with an even number of cards while leaving some properties of the deck intact. In this document, we will present a generalization of this principle for an odd number of cards, along with ideas for applying and adapting magic tricks that use the Hummer Principle to a more general setting. Finally, we will discuss future work in this area.

Language: English
Page range: 45 - 54
Published on: Nov 28, 2025
Published by: Ludus Association
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
Publication frequency: 2 issues per year

© 2025 Sergio Alejandro Fernandez de soto Guerrero, published by Ludus Association
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