Journal of Coastal Research, Vol. 3, No. 2 (Spring, 1987), pp. 153-167 (15 pages) A new mode of beach response to changes in wave height is identified for reflective beaches where waves break close to ...

The type of wave, its properties such as wavelength, and the difference between the two media will determine what happens to most of the wave energy. Common examples of absorption of wave energy: ...

Waves close waveSomething that can transfer energy. - including sound and light - can be reflected at the boundary between two different materials. The reflection of sound causes echoes. The law of ...

Forward-looking: Japanese researchers have developed a novel technique to levitate and manipulate small objects from reflective surfaces using only sound waves. In testing with a 3-millimeter ...

Abstract: Pulse wave velocity (PWV) is a vital bio-indicator of the early cardiovascular diseases. Typically, higher amplitude of PWV indicates stiffer artery. Compared with regional PWV, local PWV is ...