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Reddit mentions of Mathematical Cranks (Spectrum)
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Reddit mentions: 2
We found 2 Reddit mentions of Mathematical Cranks (Spectrum). Here are the top ones.
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- 15mm Hard Mesh
- 3 - 33" Shooting Strings
- 3 - 33" Sidewall Strings
- 1 - 18" Bottom String
- 1 - Ball Stop; 1 - Screw
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Specs:
Height | 8.98 Inches |
Length | 5.98 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Weight | 1.1904962148 Pounds |
Width | 0.75 Inches |
Crank is an old common term for people who invent fake physics or math. For example :
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0883855070/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_wjfOAbRGJHJWH
(fantastic book by the way) I think it probably spread from there.
the amazon page. http://www.amazon.com/Mathematical-Cranks-Spectrum-Underwood-Dudley/dp/0883855070