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Mathematician proves moving sofa problem after 60 years of research

Jan 5, 2026, 9:01 AM11
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Mathematician proves moving sofa problem after 60 years of research

  • A Korean mathematician, Baek Jin Eon, solved the long-standing moving sofa problem, proving Gerver's sofa as the largest possible shape.
  • Baek's proof, which involved seven years of work, is recognized for not using computer simulations, unlike many past attempts.
  • His findings have garnered global attention, being acknowledged as one of the top math discoveries and currently under peer review.
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