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Don Bosco

School Presents

Examples of Real Life


Exploring the World
of
TRIGONOMETRY :

From Angles to Real


Life Applications
Speakers :-

Anushka Sutradhar
Mohona Biswas
What is Trigonometry?
Trigonometry is a branch of mathematics
that deals with the relationships
between the angles and sides of
triangles . Key Concepts:

Sine (sin): Ratio of the opposite side


to the hypotenuse in a right
triangle.

Cosine (cos): Ratio of the adjacent


side to the hypotenuse.

Tangent (tan): Ratio of the opposite


side to the adjacent side .
Mnemonic :
SOH

Sine : Opposite / Hypotenuse

CAH

Cosine : Adjacent / Hypotenuse

TOA

Tangent : Opposite / Adjacent


Why Trigonometry ?

• Engineering and Architecture:

Trigonometry is crucial in designing and


constructing buildings, bridges, and other
structures.

• Navigation and Astronomy:

It's used in navigation to determine


positions and distances, especially in
celestial navigation, where the positions
of stars are used to find locations on
Earth.
• Medical Imaging and Radiology:

In fields like medical imaging,


trigonometry helps in creating accurate
images of the inside of the human body, such
as in CT scans and MRIs.

• Sound Waves and Light Waves:

Trigonometry is essential in the study of wave


patterns, including sound and light waves,
which are important in physics and various
technologies.
Engineering and
architecture:
Example 1: Leaning Tower of Pisa

Challenge: The tower has a significant tilt due to


an unstable foundation .

Trigonometric Solution: Engineers use


trigonometry to calculate the angle of tilt over
time.

Monitoring: They measure the angle between the


tower and the ground regularly to ensure it doesn’t
exceed safe limits .

Adjustments: By calculating precise angles,


engineers can apply corrective measures to
prevent further leaning.
Example 2: Golden Gate
Bridge Suspension Design:
Trigonometry helps engineers calculate precise
angles for the cables that support the bridge’s
weight.

Cable Tension: Using trigonometric functions,


engineers determine the optimal tension
needed in the suspension cables, which ensures
stability and safety under various loads.

Wind and Load Resistance: Trigonometry is used


to model how the bridge will respond to wind
forces, vehicle loads, and other dynamic forces.

Anchor Points: Calculating the angles at which


cables meet the bridge's anchor points helps
distribute weight evenly, preventing structural
strain.
Navigation:

• Navigators used celestial


navigation to measure
angles between the horizon
and stars .

• Trigonometry helped
calculate their latitude and
longitude.

• This method served as


their GPS for accurate
navigation.
Astronomy:

•Trigonometry helps
calculate distances to
distant stars and planets.

•The parallax method


uses angles between
Earth, the Sun, and stars
for measurements.

•Trigonometry is
essential not just for
geometry, but also for
exploring the universe.
Sound Waves:

Sound waves' pitch and


tone are linked to their
frequency.

Trigonometric functions
help adjust frequencies in
sound engineering.

This ensures the


production of high-quality
sound.
Light waves:

Trigonometry is key to
understanding light wave
behavior, including reflection
and refraction.

Refraction, like when a straw


looks bent in water, involves
changes in light's direction.

Trigonometric calculations
help determine the angles of
refraction, aiding in clearer
vision.
Cartography and
Geography:

•Trigonometry has been used


for centuries in map-making to
represent the Earth's curved
surface.

•Cartographers use it to
measure distances and angles
for accurate map creation.

•Google Maps is a modern,


high-tech version of these age-
old trigonometric techniques.
Medical Imaging
and Radiology:

•In radiology, trigonometry helps


interpret X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs by
calculating precise angles.

•Doctors use these calculations to


pinpoint the location and size of organs
or tumors.

•CT scans take multiple cross-sectional


images from various angles;
trigonometry combines them into a 3D
model.

•Next time you have an X-ray,


remember that trigonometry played a
part in creating that image!
Finance and
Economics:

•Trigonometry is used in finance


to model cycles like stock trends.

•Stock price patterns often


resemble sine or cosine waves.

•Analysts use trigonometry to


forecast future trends based on
past data.

•While not always accurate, it


helps make more informed
predictions.
THE FORMULA SHEET

TRIGONOMETRIC RATIOS

RECIPROCAL IDENTITIES

PYTHAGOREAN IDENTITIES

ANGLE SUM AND


DIEFFERENCE IDENTITIES

DOUBLE ANGLE FORMULAS


MIND MAP
To bring things to a close:

•Trigonometry is a powerful tool with


applications across engineering,
astronomy, finance, and more.

•It’s not just about formulas but about


understanding relationships and solving
real-world problems.

•Triangles are everywhere, often


supporting structures, aiding in medical
imaging, or guiding in navigation.

“ Thank you for


exploring the

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