Outside In
Discusses the problem of turning a sphere inside out without creating sharp bends or creases, illustrating an application of turning points
Outside In explains the amazing discovery, made by Steve Smale in 1957, that a sphere can be turned inside out by means of smooth motions and self-intersections. Through a combination of dialogue and exposition accessible to anyone who has some interest in mathematics, Outside In builds up to the grand finale: Bill Thurston’s “corrugations” method of turning the sphere inside out.
Runtime: 22 min
Cast
Language: English
Original Language: en
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Outside In about?
- Outside In explains the amazing discovery, made by Steve Smale in 1957, that a sphere can be turned inside out by means of smooth motions and self-intersections. Through a combination of dialogue and exposition accessible to anyone who has some interest in mathematics, Outside In builds up to the grand finale: Bill Thurston’s “corrugations” method of turning the sphere inside out.
- Who stars in Outside In?
- Outside In stars Paul de Cordova.
- How long is Outside In?
- Outside In has a runtime of 22m (22 minutes).