Mathematicians solve problems for businesses
Seven companies present seven problems on Monday. On Friday thirty-five mathematicians give seven solutions. At least, that is the aim of the Study Group 'Mathematics in Industry' held last week at the faculty of Mathematical Sciences (TW).
The director of Gerjak BV, a tent-producing company from the province of Gelderland, has a problem with the shape of awnings for caravans. Sketches on the blac