Archive for the ‘Mathematics’ Category

Math graphs on the Web without images

ASCIIsvg graphsHere's one way to plot good looking graphs on the Web - ASCIIsvg.

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New names for the days of the week

Perhaps it's time to move away from the ancient names used for the days of the week?

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Math software improves prosthetic devices

prosthetic2 A prosthetic device helps people with missing or damaged limbs. Math software helps to improve the function of the prosthetic arm.

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Calculating takeoff speeds

Here's an application of polynomials to a real-life situation - what speed can an aircraft safely take off?

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MoreNewMath - funny equations about life

Here are some funny and thought-provoking equations explaining life's experiences.

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3D Grapher with contour plot

outdoor-chair-3D-graph_sm Here's a grapher that will plot your 3D function and will also give you a contour map of it.

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Polar coordinates and cardioid microphones

microphoneMicrophones are one of the many real-life applications of graphs in polar coordinates.

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How to write math in an email

Writing emails that contain math is usually a problem - how do you enter all those signs and symbols?

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Vector fields - a simple and painless introduction

vector fields
Vector fields give us a way to map vectors that vary in a space.

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Math in emails, forums and Web pages using ASCIIMathML

quadraticFrustrated trying to communicate math in emails or in a blog? ASCIIMathML may be your solution.

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