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Experimental results

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When the frequency of the sound is low and the amplitude is small, the resulting sound wave pattern may appear as a wider waveform with a larger distance between the peaks and troughs and an overall simpler appearance.

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When the frequency of the sound is high and the amplitude is large, the resulting acoustic waveform pattern may appear as a more compact waveform, with less distance between the peaks and troughs, and an overall more complex appearance.

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Assignment 2: Self Directed's Experimental Work

We experimented with different frequencies and vibrations to see how the lines reflected from the laser pointer changed. It was a surprising experiment, I saw the dance of the sound！

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The second attempt was successful!

We cut a large bottle top and have found more stable boxes to hold it in place.

Principle of the experiment:

The laser pointer shines on the mirror and is reflected on the wall through the mirror. The sound is transmitted to the surface of the balloon through the sound and causes vibration. The mirror will also vibrate accordingly. Depending on the Hertz and volume, the lines of the laser pointer will change differently.

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Getting Started

Start by cutting and attaching the balloon to the mouth of the bottle, then glue the mirror pieces to the balloon, then cut off the back half of the bottle to make sure the music gets through to the mouth of the bottle, and finally get a holder to secure the laser pointer to the bottle to make sure that the laser pointer shoots onto the mirror.

However it didn't work the first time because the bottle opening was too small and the vibration was too weak to achieve the effect!

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Props in preparation

Studied the work of other artists,Tia and I want to make a visual sound installation, our first thought was to use the beating of a laser pointer to represent sound. Because the works of those artists are all related to vibration, light will also change its shape due to vibration.

We need laser pointer, mirrors, balloons, cups，fixers, tape, we are all set and ready to go! Although it looks a bit crude, I hope it will have a good effect!

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Inspiration for assessment 2:

Spanish installation artist Bichopalo combines the resonances of natural media such as plants, water and tree branches with effects to create unexpected sound sculptures. The music show he creates is fun and healing, making people feel like they are entering a natural and soothing world.

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Inspiration for Assessment 2

Daniel Palacios is an artist who searches the relations of perception, art and industry. He generates three dimensionally series of waves floating in space based on the physical movement of the visitors around the installation, and by using a long piece of rope. A long piece of rope represents three dimensionally a series of waves floating in space, as well as producing sounds from the physical action of their movement.

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Inspiration for assessment 2

New Zealand composer Nigel Stanford is known for his electronic and experimental music. His video "Cymatics" demonstrates the visualization of patterns in matter through the vibrational effect of sound waves. By playing different frequencies of sound on a resonator plate, it is observed how substances on the surface of the plate (such as sand, salt or liquid) are affected by the vibrations and form patterns. Different frequencies of sound waves result in different vibrational patterns, resulting in unique geometric shapes and patterns. His videos combine music, science and visuals to show how sound can produce stunning effects on a material level.

#sound design #Youtube

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The final product of Assessment 1 Sound Ecology!

The piece mixes the sounds of an electronic piano with sounds recorded in natural environments. Most sounds are produced by physical collisions and frictions. They are usually easily heard in daily life and are also the most commonly ignored sounds, such as footsteps, raindrops, cups touching, etc.

When I was making this sound, I imagined myself as a person walking through a natural forest. On a rainy day, I passed by a stream and passed through a dense jungle. It was so quiet that it made people feel a little scared, and every movement of wind and grass echoed. After that, I finally walked out of the dense forest and came to the beach, where I could listen to the beautiful sounds of rainy days with peace of mind!

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Assessment 1 recording —I went to the sound studio with my classmates to create some sounds on the electric piano. It was a great experience to realize that there are so many different sounds that can be made from the electric piano!

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Love rainy days , love to hear the sound of raindrops falling on the ground and in the water. It makes me feel like I'm surrounded by nature when I hear it.

#soundtrack #rainyday

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The sounds of walking and running on cement, grass, gravel roads, and beaches were recorded to feel the unique sounds of different places. The sound of waves crashing on the beach was also recorded. I will add it in Assessment 1, hoping to make the listener feel like they are in nature.

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Assessment 1 Recording—Audio feedback is a positive feedback situation that may occur when an acoustic path exists between an audio input and an audio output. This phenomenon will also occur when two microphones are placed together.

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‘Rainwaves’

Source of material: Studio Vallbo

It is a sound sculpture in stainless steel that gives shelter but foremost enhances and plays with the sound of rain. When rain hits against the 25 rain drums, different tones are played.it creates a space where you feel that you come closer to nature, an uncontrolled sound experience by rain. I like this work and sound.

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An interesting lesson experimenting with the sound effects produced by combining different objects with a loudspeaker! This has inspired me to try walking on different textures after the lesson, what kind of sound would it make? This sound always seems to be overlooked in life.

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Interesting Experiment - After watching 'Clinamen', I had the idea to try to make ceramic cups clash together. I didn't have any complicated tools, so I just tied the cups with a string and shook them in my hand to make them clash and make a sound. It's a very clear sound. It will be included as part of assessment 1.

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'Clinamen' by French artist and composer Céleste Boursier-Mougenot features white porcelain bowls floating on the surface of a deep blue pool. The floating pottery gently circulates, propelled by the currents of the sea floor, acting as a percussion instrument, creating a resonant, chiming soundscape.

#sound #sound installation #Youtube