Category Archives: Mathematics
Indian mathematics: Vedic line based multiplying system!
Within indian tradition, and most specifically the vedics, there was a multiplying system based in lines that would allow them to perform complex mathematical calculations, sometimes confused with a japanese method for complex calculation. This video shows how the system works.… Continue reading
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Professor Arthur Benjamin shows Mathematical Magic
Professor Arthur Benjamin, who teaches mathematics at Harvey Mudd College, shows, in this TED conference video, his ability to mentally produce incredibly complex mental calculations, such as 3 and 4 digit square roots and the like.… Continue reading