Learn how to build a mechanical machine to determine if a given number is a prime number. Explore the construction and limitations of such a machine, along with its potential applications. Discover how to identify prime numbers without the need for counting or knowing numbers. This course is designed for math enthusiasts interested in the fascination of prime numbers and their importance in encryption. The teaching method includes a demonstration/simulation to illustrate the machine's structure and functionalities.
Overview
Syllabus
Tom Gries (TOMO): Wir bauen uns eine Primzahlenerkennungsmaschine
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media.ccc.de