LUNCHTIME MATHS

These talks will be self-contained presentations of mathematical concepts and theorems. They are intended to be accessible to all mathematics students. Coffee, tea and drinks will be provided.


Tuesday 20th August, 2002
1:00 pm, Science Lecture Theatre S14

How to Spin a Pin

Dr Maria Athanassenas

School of Mathematical Sciences
Monash University


How much room, how much area do you need to rotate a pin 360 degrees? The answer is not a circle! Bring along a pin, some paper and some wild ideas.