Measure Speed Of Sound

Measure Speed Of Sound

Measure speed of sound in air.

Part of the course: Waves & Sound β€” Vibrations to Velocity

Mission

Measure speed of sound in air

Variables

What you change

  • Moving distance

What you measure

  • Speed

What you keep constant

  • Initial position
  • Air Resistance
  • Surface flatness

Equations

d=Distance (m)

t=Time (s)

S=Speed (\frac{m}{s})

Speed of sound = \frac{Distance travelled by sound (m)}{Time calculated by sensor (s)} = \frac{2*0.2}{t}

What You'll Need

  • Breadboard 400 Tie Point
  • Arduino Uno
  • I2C LCD
  • Ultrasonic Sensor

How You Can Run It

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