Satellite Dish Experiment - Andenes, Norway
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member Team Sieni
N 69° 19.449 E 016° 06.990
33W E 543992 N 7690908
Two parabolic reflectors about 50m apart transmit sound waves so that participants can communicate in whispers across this distance.
Waymark Code: WMF4TK
Location: Nordland, Norway
Date Posted: 08/23/2012
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Outspoken1
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This experiment demonstrates the principle of satellite dishes using two parabolic reflectors, situated about 50m apart. Sound waves are concentrated and passed between the dishes so that two people can communicate in whispers using the dishes

Scientific Principle(s) being demonstrated:
Parabolic reflection of sound waves

Briefly explain if the experiment was effective for you. Could it have been better?:
This was perfectly clear

When is the apparatus/experiment available to the public:
Outside display, permanently accessible. Although in winter months it may be a bit cold!
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