The Making of a Mile of Pi - Numberphile
Offered By: Numberphile via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the behind-the-scenes process of creating a mile-long printout of pi's digits in this 32-minute video from Numberphile. Discover the challenges and logistics involved in printing, transporting, and unrolling a massive paper featuring over 400,000 digits of pi. Learn about the specialized equipment, teamwork, and planning required to bring this ambitious mathematical project to life. Gain insights into the technical aspects of large-scale printing and the creative problem-solving needed to showcase pi in such a unique and tangible way. Hear from presenter Matt Parker and the dedicated crew as they share their experiences and the unexpected hurdles they encountered during this extraordinary endeavor to visualize the infinite nature of pi.
Syllabus
The Making of a Mile of Pi - Numberphile
Taught by
Numberphile
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