Simon’s formula for an inverse function of quadratic polynomial
Simon worked out this formula using the quadratic formula.
Category: Murderous Maths
One more of Simon’s impossible puzzles
Simon made this puzzle for me to solve… Except that it’s impossible. The objective is to move 5 so that no other number would be “lonely” (no longer adjascent to … Continue reading One more of Simon’s impossible puzzles
Examples of a false proof
Simon shows two examples of a false proof, using infinite fractions and infinite sums. The mistake in proof no. 1 is that when using an infinite fraction one can not … Continue reading Examples of a false proof
Geometric Definition of e
The idea comes from a video by Mathologer. Simon sketches a geometric definition of the Euler’s number (e) using integrals. He messed up a little with the integral notation, but … Continue reading Geometric Definition of e
Configurations in a Rubik’s Square
Simon calculating how many configurations are possible in a Rubik’s Square – a flat puzzle he invented, resembling the Rubik’s Cube. He comes to the conclusion that there are only … Continue reading Configurations in a Rubik’s Square
Maths Jam Antwerp on June 19
Simon had a blast at #MathsJam Antwerp last night, very proud of his proof for one of the problems (in which he applied an Euler formula), enthusiastic to share his … Continue reading Maths Jam Antwerp on June 19
The rest of the trip to London
Simon loved the Science Museum, even though he did not get to see the Klein Bottles from the museum’s permanent collection (none of them was on display). He particularly enjoyed … Continue reading The rest of the trip to London
Doing Math Everywhere
Doing math everywhere. At the hotel: At The Tower of London: Trying to prove the Wallace Product at breakfast: Coming up with a “spot the mistake proof” at London St.Pancras … Continue reading Doing Math Everywhere
The skyscraper that set things on fire
Inspired by Matt Parker’s video about the uniquely shaped building at 20 Fenchurch Street in London, Simon was very excited to visit this address. In the video below, made on the … Continue reading The skyscraper that set things on fire
The Maisie Day
For Simon and me, this book (“Infinite Lives of Maisie Day” by Christopher Edge) has probably been one of our most profound experiences of the year. We read it together, … Continue reading The Maisie Day
Geeks out of the box 