Self-replication and Borwein-like algorithms

Using a self-replicating method, we generalize with a free parameter some Borwein algorithms for the number $\pi$. This generalization includes values of the Gamma function like $\Gamma(1/3)$, $\Gamma(1/4)$ and of course $\Gamma(1/2)=\sqrt{\pi}$. In addition, we give new rapid algorithms for the perimeter of an ellipse.