Cylindrification

Cylindrification is a mathematical process that involves transforming a given space, often a manifold, into a cylindrical form. This transformation typically relates to the study of geometry and topology, where objects are studied under various continuous transformations. In a more specific mathematical context, cylindrification can refer to a method of creating a "cylinder" over a given space, which involves constructing a space that combines the original space with an additional dimension, often in a way that highlights certain properties or structures.