'Amazing' spinning needle proof unlocks a whole new world of maths

What shapes are made by a spinning needle? This seemingly innocent problem has puzzled mathematicians for decades, but now a new proof is being called the biggest result of the current century as it could help solve many other tricky problems

Mar 10, 2025 - 18:26
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'Amazing' spinning needle proof unlocks a whole new world of maths
What shapes are made by a spinning needle? This seemingly innocent problem has puzzled mathematicians for decades, but now a new proof is being called the biggest result of the current century as it could help solve many other tricky problems