Spectral Representation Synthesis
Spectral Representation Synthesis — if someone has a simple definition for this, please let me know.
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All the math
NUMB3RS has opened the eyes of many people to the ways math and science can be used to solve crimes. This is a list of all the math and science concepts used in the series with links to on-line sources to find more information or articles written by mathematicians and scientists explaining the concepts used in episodes.
Aperture Illusion
Aperture Illusion — a visual illusion caused by the way the human brain perceives motion.More information
Unexpected Hanging Paradox
Unexpected Hanging Paradox — A prisoner is surprised to find himself before the hangman even though he thought he had logically figured his sentence could not be carried out. More information
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Burr Puzzle
Burr Puzzle — an interlocking puzzle, usually made from wood, dating to the 18th centuryMore information
Angel Problem
Angel Problem — a problem in game theory proposed by John Conway. The problem plays out on a infinite chessboard and tries to answer the question of how strong (how many squares the angel can move) the angel must be to defeat/escape from an ever increasing number of devils on the board.More information
SETI
SETI — (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence) an acronym for a series of experiments and investigations in the search for life on other planets.More information
Persi Diaconis
Persi Diaconis — (1945 – ) American mathematician and magician specializing in randomization particularly with playing cardsMore information
Payoff Matrix
Payoff Matrix — an expression of possible outcomes of a zero-sum game. More information
Private Information Retrieval
Private Information Retrieval — (PIR) protocol used to retrieve certain information from a computer server without revealing what information is sought.More information
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Flash Mob
Flash Mob — an assembly of a large group of people who perform a prearranged stunt, then disperse.More information