Monthly Archives: October 2012

Mathematics of the Melbourne Cup

Image Source: http://www.theepochtimes.com Bart Cummings is the “Cups King” – the horse trainer who has won more Melbourne Cup races than anyone. Long Live the King! In this lesson we look at some of the mathematics associated with Austrlia’s premier … Continue reading

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Solving Equations – Onion Skin Methods

Image Source: http://s3.amazonaws.com If trying to solve math equations is driving you to tears, then “The Onion Skin” methods might help make your life a bit easier. It’s like a pair of goggles that will clear everything up for you, … Continue reading

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Isometric Drawing and 3D Cubes

Image Source: http://benswift.com The above picture is a brilliant piece of computer art by Adobe Flash Programmer Ben Swift. Go to the following link to see this artwork running, and changing colour in Flash on your computer. (Does not work … Continue reading

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Sydney Harbour Bridge Mathematics

Image Copyright 2012 by Passy’s World of Mathematics The Sydney Harbour bridge is a magnificent structure of mathematical genius, located in what has to be the world’s most beautiful city. In this lesson we look at the mathematics associated with … Continue reading

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Traversable and Hub Networks

Image Source: http://flikie.s3.amazonaws.com Airports can sure get busy, but not to the extent of the above photo-shopped masterpiece ! Airlines use “Hub Networks”, which are actually multiple Hub and Spoke structures that are interconnected to each other by multiple paths. … Continue reading

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