Thermoacoustic Oscillations
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In a time of heightened environmental concerns and increased importance on efficiency, thermoacoustic standing waves and oscillations provide a possible solution to many contemporary problems. Elementary standing wave theory is discussed, as well as the connection between thermodynamics and acoustical oscillations. Additionally, the benefits of Sondhauss oscillations and devices for their production are detailed for standing waves. Finally, insight into applications of thermoacoustic resonant tubes, such as engines and refrigerators, as well as other exciting aspects of the topic are covered.
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