A 3D model of the ultimate ear
Refining the standard model of the human outer ear will help bring headphones, cellphones and other audio gadgets closer to perfection. Read more…
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Carbon nanotubes create underwater sonar speakers
Speakers made from sheets of nanotubes offer a lightweight alternative to conventional sonar. Read more…
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read moreVirtual ears help architects cut chatter confusion
A dummy conversation in a non-existent room can show architects if their design would allow people to hear each other over ambient noise. Read more…
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read moreLatex could silence noisy neighbours
Thumping bass sounds are notoriously difficult to block, but they’re no match for soundproofing panels just 15 millimetres thick. Read more…
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read moreBoring conversation? Let your computer listen for you
Smart new software tells you who’s said what, how they’ve said it and who really needs to shut up. Read more…
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