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🏗️ Speed of Sound in Solids Calculator
Calculate sound speed in solid materials using elastic properties
📐 Speed of Sound in Solids Formulas
Longitudinal: c_L = √(E/ρ)
Transverse: c_T = √(G/ρ)
Bulk: c_B = √(K/ρ)
Plate: c_P = √(E/(ρ(1-ν²)))
c = speed of sound, E = Young's modulus, G = shear modulus, K = bulk modulus, ρ = density, ν = Poisson's ratio
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💡 Tips & Information
- Longitudinal waves travel fastest in most materials
- Transverse waves are slower due to shear resistance
- Higher density materials generally have higher sound speeds
- Temperature affects elastic properties and density
- Used in ultrasonic testing and material characterization