KaffeVibration Craft: Exploring Physics with Kaffe

[kaffe]

Hi! I am new. Please call me Kaffe.

I am a theologian of the Extraterrestrial Presence and my studies have led me to Physics and the Science of Frequency and Vibration. I have been thinking about developing a project over the summer to see if I can get an object to hover using intense shock waves/sound waves.

I am not a physics major but the above has led me to go into the the field of physics... alas, I am a graphic design major and studio art minor :D

Anyway, at one point in my life I have seen an object being hit (preferably like a cymbal) and the vibrations make it move up and down... is this accurate? How is this created... the intensity of the shock waves from the object hitting another object? Could it be possible to have a repelling electromagnetic field and with a wavering object to keep it steady? Thoughts?

Please excuse my lack of knowledge in physics... only trying to understand possibilities.
Thanks!

 

[russ_watters]

Well, you can probably get an object to appear to levitate on top of a vibrating object, but really the object will be hitting it to push it into the air. Try turning a big speaker on its side and dropping small objects (rice, perhaps) onto the cone of the speaker driver.

 

[AJ Bentley]

The problem with any kind of vibration (sound, light, radio waves, microwaves - even Brownian motion) is that it's two way. Things shake from side-to-side or up-down.
They never go up-up-up-up, which is what you need.

But then, I'm only a human, I wouldn't know would I?

 

[jmatejka]

I would say, good for you, for coming here.

An open mind is a good thing, learn all you can from this site, and form your own opinions on such "speculative" technology.

 

[pmacias]

Dear Kaffe,

Welcome to the world of physics! Your interest in exploring the relationship between frequency, vibration, and hovering is a fascinating one. It is true that when an object is hit or struck, it can create vibrations that cause it to move up and down. This is due to the transfer of energy from the initial impact to the surrounding air molecules, which then create a wave of pressure that travels through the air and causes the object to move.

In terms of creating a hovering object using intense shock waves or sound waves, it is important to consider the principles of energy conservation and Newton's laws of motion. While it may be possible to generate enough energy to create a hovering effect, it would require a significant amount of power and precision control to counteract the forces of gravity and maintain stability. Additionally, creating a repelling electromagnetic field would also require a large amount of energy and precise control to keep the object steady.

Your idea is certainly an intriguing one, but it may require further research and experimentation to fully understand the potential and limitations of using shock waves and electromagnetic fields to create a hovering effect. As a graphic design major and studio art minor, you may have a unique perspective to bring to this project and I encourage you to continue exploring and learning about physics and its applications.

Best of luck in your pursuits and please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any further questions.

Sincerely,