MoM Ep4: Archimedes

from Magic Internet Math · host Brian HIrschfield and Rob Hamilton

This podcast episode of Men of Mathematics discusses the life and achievements of Archimedes of Syracuse, considered the greatest scientist of the ancient world. Key Topics: Archimedes' early life and education Archimedes' mathematical achievements, including his calculation of pi and his work on areas bounded by curves Archimedes' inventions, such as the Archimedes screw and his war machines The Archimedes Palimpsest and its revelations about his methods Archimedes' death and legacy

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