Tadashi Tokieda Magic with a ribbon, paperclips, rubber bands

Title: Magic with a ribbon, paperclips, rubber bands Abstract: What does it mean to calculate We usually think of numbers or of formulas. Using just a ribbon, paperclips, and rubber bands, well explore a sequence of magic tricks, and before you know it, youll find yourself doing sophisticated calculations on objects that arent numbers or formulas at all. The magic is robust, so you can later show it off to friends and family. 20160210 11:15 AM For more videos from the Simons Center for Geometry and Physics, please visit