19 - Modelling – Membrane, Two-Dimensional Wave Equation
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Practice Questions
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What is the two-dimensional wave equation?
💡 Hint: Look for how displacement relates to wave speed.
What does a membrane represent in this context?
💡 Hint: Think of musical instruments, like drums.
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What is the main equation governing the motion of a vibrating membrane?
💡 Hint: Focus on the relationship of tension and mass.
True or False: A vibrating membrane's boundary conditions are not important.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens at the edges.
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Consider a square membrane fixed at all edges. If it experiences a specific force at its center, determine how the initial conditions would change.
💡 Hint: Visualize the force applied and its effect on the membrane.
Given the wave speed equation, derive how changing the tension affects the natural frequencies of vibration.
💡 Hint: Think about how more tension stretches the membrane.
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