12 thoughts on “ Mechanical Calculator Finds Derivatives ” ... I would say it finds the local value of the derivative function. ... = 8x – 3. I suppose if you graph out the derivative values ...

Move the point T along the graph of y=sin(x) by moving the slider. The slope function (derivative) is then traced out in blue. Can you identify the graph of the derivative? This is a Java Applet ...

The first handheld graphing calculator, the Casio fx-7000G, appeared in 1985. Since then, graphing calculators have become a common – and controversial – tool for learning mathematics.

The new Windows 10 Calculator app will allow you to analyze functions, too. Once the graph is plotted, Calculator will allow you to analyze the graph, providing details on the X- and Y-intercepts ...