Constructing to locate V from U

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Two undirected red line segments are placed diametrically opposite along diameter on a unit circle of radius OF such that the product

$$ Uu\cdot Vv= OF^2 $$ remains a constant thus mapping U to V.

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If the position of U is given then what geometric construction determines the position of V?

Thanks in advance.

EDIT1:

The following is one way of construction. OC= 2 OF for two concentric circles.

Soln Gauss formula Mirror/Lens

Reflect U to point M on the other side and draw circle through (C,O,M), (CM is diameter) which is cut by a horizontal line through F at N. The circle drawn through (N, F, u) cuts the x-axis at the required point P.

However still looking for a single step or simpler procedure for a single Circle between U and V.