How Greek Maths Changed the World

Explore the groundbreaking experiments and discoveries of Ancient Greek mathematicians and scientists in this 44-minute lecture by Professor Alan Davies. Delve into the contributions of influential thinkers like Thales, Pythagoras, Euclid, Archimedes, and Hypatia of Alexandria through live demonstrations and explanations. Discover how Greek innovations in philosophy, science, engineering, and mathematics shaped our modern understanding of the world. Learn about Archimedes' principles of leverage, war machines, and the famous Archimedes screw. Examine the development of Greek mathematics, including Menelaus' Theorem, and witness demonstrations of early engineering marvels like Hero's engine. Gain insight into the lasting impact of Ancient Greek civilization on fields ranging from philosophy to technology.

Intro
Archimedes of Syracuse
Professor Michael Edwards, Cardiff University
Three types of lever
Practical exercise
Engineering - war machines The claw
Capstan and winch
Capstan law
Menelaus' Theorem Greek mathematician
Magnetic materials
Archimedes screw
Hero's engine