Mathematics Meets Technology by Brian Bolt (PDF)

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A resource book which looks at the design of mechanisms, for example gears and linkages, through the eyes of a mathematician. There are a wide variety of examples including car steering, anglepoise lamps, bicycles, cine cameras, folding push chairs and the design of robots. Readers are encouraged to make models throughout and to look for further examples in everyday life. Suitable for GCSE, A level, and mathematics/technology/engineering courses in Further Education.

User’s Reviews

Editorial Reviews: From the Back Cover This book has been written to give the reader a insight into the design of mechanisms as seen through the eyes of a mathematician. It can be used in a variety of ways. An individual could work through the book from cover to cover as a text book, but a teacher is more likely to use the book selectively, using it as a resource of ideas and activities to enrich his or her teaching of mathematics or technology.

Reviews from Amazon users which were colected at the time this book was published on the website:

⭐Once upon a time, before technology referred to all things computer and IT, it referred to mechanisms and the “hands on” side of how things worked. That’s what this book focuses on. The book should be called “Mathematics Meets Mechanical Technology” since it focuses on solving mechanical problems involving gears, levers, pulleys, linkages, movement and mechanical transmission of power. This book was one of many on a graduate mathematics reading list which is why I chose it. It uses math but is not mathematical. Nothing beyond high school math (algebra, geometry (not the proofs), and trigonometry) is required. If you are a hobbyist, like to build mechanical devices, want to supplement a kinematics discussion in physics or applied math, or studying engineering then this book is useful. I don’t think this is useful for someone who is only interested in “pure” math. It is not a casual read as it focuses on problem solving.

⭐This book contains examples that pertain to many types of mechanical concepts. Most machines I have personally been involved with use instances explained in the book. As a referece guide alone it is fantastic.

⭐I have used this book for the past 5 years in teacher seminars. It contains many many tips and suggestions for integration real world technology: heavy equipment, cars, bicycles, lawn chairs, steam engines, amusement park rides. The mathematics ranges from simple multiplication applied to gear ratios to complex geometry used in linkages. Model building in the math classroom is a fun way to try out the theory shown. There are also numerous excelent exercises.

⭐Una pena que en un libro de ese precio no esté revisada la impresión. Dos ejemplares con la misma página incompleta, desisto de probar con un tercero. No entiendo que si se solicita un cambio por un defecto concreto no se revise el nuevo artículo para comprobar que no tiene el mismo fallo.

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