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Sound waves in water can compress gas until it releases flashes of light hotter than 12,000 degrees Celsius.
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The 1883 Krakatoa eruption ruptured eardrums and circled the globe 4 times
Science and technology
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The technology that traps liquid droplets, drugs, and tiny objects suspended in midair using ultrasonic pressure nodes.
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Microscopic bubbles trapped in liquids collapse under ultrasound and reach temperatures hotter than the Sun
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Discover the amazing sonoluminescence, a phenomenon where acoustic waves transform tiny bubbles into ephemeral "mini-suns," emitting light and heat comparable to those of a star.
Nature
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Beyond the audible: an invisible network of vibrations that connects herds across the savanna and forest.
Science and technology
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A new era where sound waves are not only heard but touched, opening doors to contactless human-machine interfaces and immersive experiences.
Science and technology
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Discover how structures engineered with nanometric precision can alter light, sound, and vibration, unlocking a universe of technological possibilities.
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Engineering fluids with unprecedented sound properties for disruptive applications
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Science and technology are blurring the lines between the digital and the physical, taking screens beyond sight.
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From laboratories to future factories, acoustic levitation offers a revolutionary way to move liquids and solids with unprecedented precision.
Nature
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Discover the unusual acoustic phenomenon where vast stretches of sand "sing" and vibrate, creating a natural chorus that has intrigued explorers and scientists for centuries.