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Differential Tuning ForksPIRA 3B60.10 |
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When two tones are very close in frequency, they will
produce a "beat" pattern that has the frequency of the difference
in the two tones. Closely matched forks will have a beat of 1-5
Hz while less closely matched forks will have a higher beat frequency.
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Differential Tuning Forks |
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MPG Video: Slow Beats Real Video: |
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None at this time.
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