While I have a good idea how log tables work, I'm still in the dark as to how they are compiled.
I gather some bloke name 'Napier' originally invented them but what method did he use?
Any mathematicians' contributions would be appreciated.
While I have a good idea how log tables work, I'm still in the dark as to how they are compiled.
I gather some bloke name 'Napier' originally invented them but what method did he use?
Any mathematicians' contributions would be appreciated.