Here are some real world applications of A level Mathematics and Further Mathematics. Solutions to the worksheets are available by contacting the FMSP or your local FMSP Area Coordinator.
The maths of Google (PowerPoint)
The maths of Google (Worksheet)
Graphs and Euler Cycles (PowerPoint)
Graphs and Euler Cycles (Worksheet)
Vectors and Computer Graphics (Worksheet)
Examples of the maths behind science (exhibited at the Royal Society)
Stereo mission
Menger sponge
Clever
How do crabs and sharks sense depth
Graphical Passwords
How to hold a molecule
These exemplars were created as part of the Mathematics in Work Competition for students on the Year in Industry (YinI) programme. This competition is run by MEI and supported by the IMA.
All winning exemplars from the Industry Competition.
Alice Hardy - Praxair Surface Technologies Ltd |
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Alice receiving her prize from MEI's Programme Leader (Industry) Janice Richards. |
Will Springthorpe - Delphi Stonehouse |
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Peter Rayner (Will’s manager), Janice Richards (MEI), Dave Friday (Director & General Manager, Delphi (Heavy Duty Business)), Will and Chris Ward (EDT). |
The force of wind on a simple frame structure - Hannah Davies
Switch mode power supply (SMPS) design - Ylber Doniku
Application of trigonometry in design and manufacturing of tooling in the industry - Sina Fattahi
Using Mathematics to allow plasma spray guns to coat parts with complex geometrics - Alice Hardy
The application of integration to measure volumes - William Springthorpe
Using stresses to determine the wall thickness of a natural gas saturator - Maryam Sufi
Calculating the cost of steam leaks - Guy Wilson
Nilman Ekanayake - PEI Genesis UK LTD |
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Nilman receiving his prize from MEI's Programme Leader (Industry) Richard Browne. |
Mathematical calculations used within Dixon ring characteristics - Robert Alford
Rotational Leg to Hull Stiffness for Tubular Legs in a Jack Up Rig - Alex Dotsch
How a Cyclone Works - Jessie Fullenkemper
Using mathematics to model the flight of a rocket - Robin Herd
Probability in control systems - Amber Hilton
Prototype lorry trailer development - Lewis Jecketts
Viscosity Temperature Graphs of Lubricants - Eunjin Lee
Use of trigonometry in calculating the Maximum orientation error in the manufacturing process - Nilman Ekanayake
Use of Pythagoras’s Theorem and Trigonometry in Analysis of a Bolted Connection - Amy Roberts
The Use of Statistics in Biodiversity Indicators - Sophie Rogers
Fixture and fittings - Kester Sleeman
The distribution of work to meet customer demand - Kelly Streeter
Photographs of the presentations of a certificate and £100 to each of the two winners of the 2010 competition can be seen below. The winning and highly commended exemplars then follow.
Cameron Blackwell - Balfour Beatty Mott MacDonald |
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Cameron receiving his prize from MEI's Stephen Lee. |
Joe Andrews - Invensys Controls UK Ltd |
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Joe being presented with his prize by Charlie Stripp, MEI Chief Executive. |
The Use of Mathematics in Train Wheelset Management - William Balcombe
Checking computer generated data - Cameron Blackwell
Use of Boolean Logic and Probabilistic Analysis in work - Benjamin Brocklehurst
The use of drag coefficients in hydrodynamics - Helen Lacey
Constructing platforms using trigonometry and geometry - Hasnain Mir Mohammed
Flow rates in fuel pipes - Peter Moran
In-flight refulling - Cameron Smith
The use of mathematics (mechanics) in the testing of an automotive engine component
Jet engines with Pythagoras
Schools and Colleges can submit an online request to register with the Further Mathematics Support Programme. It is free to do so and there are many benefits.
To find out about the FMSP in your area please select a region from the map below: