predict wave reflection behavior when end of the medium is fixed or free.
calculate possible wavelengths of standing waves using medium characteristics.
relate standing waves to
harmonics and overtones.
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Reflection of Waves
(FREE End Reflection)
Reflection of Waves
(FIXED End Reflection)
If you continue to make
waves, the
returning
If you generate waves of the
“CORRECT” wavelength,
The returning wave will
arrive at a
crest
the
moment you are making
the
crest
of the next wave.
“In Step” for FREE End
Constructive Interference will occur,
Close your eyes and make a standing wave.
The returning wave will
arrive at a
trough
the
moment you are making
the
crest
of the next wave.
Destructive Interference will occur, and
the end of the medium will
not
move.
Possible Standing Waves on a Fixed String
12 ft
Possible Standing Waves on a Fixed String
12 ft
Possible λ’s for a 12 ft medium 24 ft , 12 ft
Possible Standing Waves on a Fixed String
12 ft
Possible λ’s for a 12 ft medium 24 ft , 12 ft , 8 ft
Possible Standing Waves on a Fixed String
12 ft
Possible λ’s for a 12 ft medium 24 ft , 12 ft , 8 ft , 6 ft
Possible Standing Waves on a Fixed String
12 ft
Possible λ’s for a 12 ft medium 24 ft , 12 ft , 8 ft , 6 ft , 4.8 ft
Possible λ’s for a 12 ft medium 24 ft , 12 ft , 8 ft , 6 ft , 4.8 ft
12 ft
Possible Standing Waves on a Fixed String
12 ft
Possible λ’s for any length, L
24 ft , 12 ft , 8 ft , 6 ft , 4.8 ft
2.4 ft 2.4 ft 2.4 ft 2.4 ft 2.4 ft
2 · L n
=
Because each of these waves are
POSSIBLE,
each one of these waves will be
Because each of these waves are
POSSIBLE,
each one of these waves will be
Possible Standing Waves on a Fixed String
Possible Standing Waves on a Fixed String
(2nd Harmonic)
Possible Standing Waves on a Fixed String
(3rd Harmonic)
Possible Standing Waves on a Fixed String
(4
thHarmonic)
Possible Standing Waves on a Fixed String
(5
thHarmonic)
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v = f · λ
64 cm 32 cm 21.3 cm 16 cm 21.3 cm 16 cm
Fundamental λ = 128 cm
2nd Harmonic λ = 64 cm
3rd Harmonic λ = 42.7 cm
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v = f · λ
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The oscillator is just adding a little energy to make up for energy lost due to air resistance.
Possible Standing Waves
Because each of these waves are
POSSIBLE,
each one of these waves will be
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Wind
Chim
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predict wave reflection behavior when end of the medium is fixed or free.
calculate possible wavelengths of standing waves using medium characteristics.
relate standing waves to
harmonics and overtones.