Maths Inspiration: Rollercoasters and Other Flying Objects (2013)

For the first time ever, in response to huge demand, the latest shows from Maths Inspiration have been filmed for release on video. All these videos feature friends of Maths Gear and maths people we love! This disc is all about mechanics and engineering.

Designed to Thrill
John designs rollercoasters for a living, and reveals how maths has played a part in the design and construction of world famous rides like The Big One in Blackpool and The London Eye.
Bending, Balls and Boomerangs
Hugh Hunt shows how maths can help to understand disallowed goals in football (remember Lampard in 2010?), the Dambusters bouncing bombs of World War Two and boomerangs.