Discover the "Dream Chalk": Hagoromo Fulltouch Chalk

[fourier jr]

I thought all chalk was more or less the same so most people would only use the cheapest stuff. Turns out I'm wrong:

"There have been rumors about a dream chalk, a chalk so powerful that mathematics practically writes itself," writes Professor Satyan Devadoss, on the website of the math and statistics department at Williams College, "a chalk so amazing that no incorrect proof can be written using this chalk. I can finally say, after months of pursuit, that such a chalk indeed exists. It is called the Hagoromo Fulltouch Chalk."

"For those lucky few who have used it, it can truly be called the Michael Jordan of chalk, the Rolls Royce of chalk," he writes, tipping over into italics in his excitement. "It is made in Japan, and is a bit larger than the classical American chalk. Moreover, it comes with a wonderful coating which protects the user from chalky hands. Once you’ve used it, there is no going back."

Unfortunately, it's pricey and you have to have it shipped from Japan. But does a virtuoso quibble about the price of a Stradivarius? And there's even something sensual about that name, "Fulltouch."

check it out

http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/ideas/brainiac/2010/09/what_excites_a.html

http://www.improbable.com/2011/11/11/the-chalk-of-some-mathematicians-dreams/

 

[Pythagorean]

I'll bet I could write an incorrect proof with it

 

[256bits]

Who uses chalk anymore?

 

[wuliheron]

Chalk it up to the chalk?

 

[LudusRex]

I find this discovery of the Hagoromo Fulltouch Chalk to be quite fascinating. While it is true that most people may not pay much attention to the type of chalk they use, this particular brand seems to have captured the attention of mathematicians and scientists alike.

Firstly, the claim that this chalk can practically write mathematics itself and prevent incorrect proofs is quite intriguing. It would be interesting to see if there are any scientific studies or experiments that have been conducted to support this claim. If so, what makes this chalk so special? Is it the composition of the chalk itself or the coating that protects the user's hands? These are all questions that would need to be answered in order to fully understand the capabilities of this chalk.

Furthermore, the fact that this chalk is made in Japan and has to be shipped from there adds to its mystique. It would be interesting to learn about the manufacturing process of this chalk and what makes it different from other types of chalk. Is it the materials used, the production methods, or something else entirely?

It is also worth noting that the price of this chalk is quite high, making it a luxury item for most people. However, as Professor Devadoss points out, for those who have used it, there is no going back. This raises the question of whether the benefits of using this chalk outweigh the cost, and if so, in what ways?

Overall, the discovery of the Hagoromo Fulltouch Chalk is an exciting development in the world of mathematics and science. It would be interesting to see further research and studies conducted on this chalk to fully understand its capabilities and potential impact on the field.