The Brachistochrone, with Steven Strogatz
- Episode aired Apr 1, 2016
- 16m
Grant talks with Steve Strogatz about the brachistochrone problem. They begin with its history of an arrogant clash between two great mathematicians of different generations. They then look ... Read allGrant talks with Steve Strogatz about the brachistochrone problem. They begin with its history of an arrogant clash between two great mathematicians of different generations. They then look at different approaches to the problem based on the insight of Mark Levi.Grant talks with Steve Strogatz about the brachistochrone problem. They begin with its history of an arrogant clash between two great mathematicians of different generations. They then look at different approaches to the problem based on the insight of Mark Levi.