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We all learned that the ratio of the circumference of a circle to
its diameter is called pi and that the value of this algebraic
symbol is roughly 3.14. What we weren't told, though, is that
behind this seemingly mundane fact is a world of mystery, which has
fascinated mathematicians from ancient times to the present. Simply
put, pi is weird. Mathematicians call it a transcendental number
because its value cannot be calculated by any combination of
addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and square root
extraction. In this delightful layperson's introduction to one of
math's most interesting phenomena, Drs. Posamentier and Lehmann
review pi's history from prebiblical times to the 21st century, the
many amusing and mind-boggling ways of estimating pi over the
centuries, quirky examples of obsessing about pi (including an
attempt to legislate its exact value), and useful applications of
pi in everyday life, including statistics. This enlightening and
stimulating approach to mathematics will entertain lay readers
while improving their mathematical literacy.
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Computational Modeling of Objects Represented in Images - Second International Symposium, CompIMAGE 2010, Buffalo, NY, USA, May 5-7, 2010. Proceedings (Paperback, Edition.)
Reneta P. Barneva, Valentin E. Brimkov, Herbert A. Hauptman, Renato M Natal Jorge, Joao Tavares
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R1,573
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It is indeed a great pleasure to welcome you to the proceedings of
the Inter- tional Symposium "Computational Modeling of Objects
Represented in Images.
Fundamentals,MethodsandApplications"(CompIMAGE2010)heldinBu?alo,
NY, May 5-7, 2010. This was the second issue of CompIMAGE symposia,
the ?rst one being held in Coimbra, Portugal. The purpose of
CompIMAGE 2010 was to provide a common forum for - searchers,
scientists, engineers, and practitioners around the world to
present their latest research ?ndings, ideas, developments, and
applications in the area of computational modeling of objects
represented in images. In particular, the symposium aimed to
attract scientists who use various approaches - such as ?nite
element method, optimization methods, modal analysis, stochastic
me- ods, principal components analysis, independent components
analysis, distri- tion models, geometrical modeling, digital
geometry, grammars,fuzzy logic, and others - to solve problems that
appear in a wide range of areas as diverse as medicine, robotics,
defense, security, astronomy,materialscience, and manuf- turing.
CompIMAGE 2010 was highly international. Its Program Committee m-
bersarerenownedexpertscomingfrom25di?erentcountries.Submissionstothe
symposium came from 22 countries from Africa, Asia, Europe, North
and South America. Overall, representatives of 32 countries
contributed to the symposium in di?erent capacities.
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Combinatorial Image Analysis - 12th International Workshop, IWCIA 2008, Buffalo, NY, USA, April 7-9, 2008, Proceedings (Paperback, 2008 ed.)
Valentin E. Brimkov, Reneta P. Barneva, Herbert A. Hauptman
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R1,610
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It is indeed a great pleasure to welcome you to the proceedings of
the 12th International Workshop on Combinatorial Image Analysis
(IWCIA 2008) held in Bu?alo, NY, April 7-9, 2008. Image analysis is
a scienti?c discipline providing theoretical foundations and
methods for solving problems that appear in various areas of human
practice, as diverseas medicine, robotics, defense, andsecurity.As
a rule, the processeddata are discrete; thus, the "discrete," or
"combinatorial"approachto image analysis appears to be a natural
one and therefore its importance is increasing. In fact,
combinatorial image analysis often provides various advantages (in
terms of - ciency and accuracy) over the more traditional
approaches based on continuous models requiring numeric
computation. The IWCIA workshop series provides a forum for
researchers throughout the world to present cutting-edge results in
combinatorial image analysis, to discuss recent advances in this
research ?eld, and to promote interaction with
researchersfromothercountries.Infact,
IWCIA2008retainedandevenenriched the international spirit of these
workshops, that had successful prior meetings in Paris (France)
1991, Ube (Japan) 1992, Washington DC (USA) 1994, Lyon (France)
1995, Hiroshima (Japan) 1997, Madras (India) 1999, Caen (France)
2000, Philadelphia (USA) 2001, Palermo (Italy) 2003, Auckland (New
Zealand) 2004, and Berlin (Germany) 2006. The IWCIA 2008 Program
Committee was highly international as its members are renowned
experts coming from 23 di?- entcountries,
andsubmissionscamefrom24countriesfromAfrica, Asia, Europe, North
and South America.
Multiply math mastery and interest with these inspired teaching
tactics! Invigorate instruction and engage students with this
treasure trove of "Great Ideas" compiled by two of the greatest
minds in mathematics. From commonly taught topics in algebra,
geometry, trigonometry and statistics, to more advanced
explorations into indirect proofs, binomial theorem, irrationality,
relativity and more, this guide outlines actual equations and
techniques that will inspire veteran and new educators alike. This
updated second edition offers more proven practices for bringing
math concepts to life in the classroom, including 114 innovative
strategies organized by subject area User-friendly content
identifying "objective," "materials," and "procedure" for each
technique A range of teaching models, including hands-on and
computer-based methods Specific and straightforward examples with
step-by-step lessons Written by two distinguished leaders in the
field-mathematician, author, professor, university dean and popular
commentator Alfred S. Posamentier, along with mathematical pioneer
and Nobel Prize recipient Herbert A. Hauptman-this guide brings a
refreshing perspective to secondary math instruction to spark
renewed interest and success among students and teachers.
If you've been waiting for a book that will evoke the delight and
intrigue that mathematics has to offer, this is the book for you.
What are the odds of finding two people who share the same birth
date in a room of thirty-five? Most people would guess they're
pretty low. In actuality, the probability is better than 80
percent. This is just one of many entertaining examples of
mathematical curiosities presented. Two veteran math educators have
created the perfect introduction to the wonders of mathematics for
the general reader, requiring only a high school background in the
subject.
Among the entertaining and useful tricks they teach are shortcuts
in arithmetic, such as ways to determine at a glance the exact
divisors of any given number. They also demonstrate how the
properties of certain numbers can lead to infinite loops. What is
particularly exciting is how many correct answers turn out to be
counterintuitive. Exploring all these features will instill
insights into the nature of numbers, improve your ability to
manipulate them, and give you an appreciation for the inherent
elegance of mathematics.
As you marvel at the many unusual relationships and novelties
revealed in this ingenious and delightful presentation, you'll be
learning more math than you ever thought possible - and will be
relishing every moment of it
Multiply math mastery and interest with these inspired teaching
tactics! Invigorate instruction and engage students with this
treasure trove of "Great Ideas" compiled by two of the greatest
minds in mathematics. From commonly taught topics in algebra,
geometry, trigonometry and statistics, to more advanced
explorations into indirect proofs, binomial theorem, irrationality,
relativity and more, this guide outlines actual equations and
techniques that will inspire veteran and new educators alike. This
updated second edition offers more proven practices for bringing
math concepts to life in the classroom, including 114 innovative
strategies organized by subject area User-friendly content
identifying "objective," "materials," and "procedure" for each
technique A range of teaching models, including hands-on and
computer-based methods Specific and straightforward examples with
step-by-step lessons Written by two distinguished leaders in the
field-mathematician, author, professor, university dean and popular
commentator Alfred S. Posamentier, along with mathematical pioneer
and Nobel Prize recipient Herbert A. Hauptman-this guide brings a
refreshing perspective to secondary math instruction to spark
renewed interest and success among students and teachers.
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