Can a silly, semi-functional computer actually work?
In this Stand-up Maths demonstration, Matt Parker explores the construction of the 'Cogputer.' Watch as the mechanics of this unusual machine are revealed through a blend of mathematics and physical design.
The video features the 'Cogputer,' a semi-functional computer built by Lisa Mather and Katie Steck and supported by a complex tree structure designed by Nina, Carrie, and Laura. While the machine's design is whimsical, it relies on precise mathematical principles.
The presentation touches upon the historical context of mathematical tools, noting that the invention of logarithms occurred in 1614, roughly 410 years ago. This is distinct from the 1624 publication of Arithmetica Logarithmica, the first major book of logarithm tables.
Source: I designed a silly but semi-functional computer.
