Help with thesis: Harmonic Distortion in Firearm Barrel

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The discussion centers on selecting a thesis topic related to the acoustics of firearm barrels and their impact on accuracy. The user seeks extensive resources on harmonic distortion during firing and practical methods for experimental analysis. They emphasize the need for a balance between experimental and computational approaches, expressing openness to alternative topics within firearms technology. The user has access to resources through their employment in a technology development company.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of acoustic principles in firearm mechanics
  • Familiarity with experimental design and data analysis
  • Knowledge of computational modeling techniques
  • Basic firearms operation and safety protocols
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  • Research acoustic analysis techniques specific to firearm barrels
  • Explore experimental methods for measuring harmonic distortion
  • Investigate computational modeling software for firearm acoustics
  • Study existing literature on firearm accuracy and precision metrics
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Students and researchers in firearms technology, acoustics engineers, and professionals involved in firearm development and testing.

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Hi,

I'm trying to select a thesis based on firearms and am thinking of doing an acoustics based topic, namely, something how the harmonics of the barrel during firing affects accuracy, and how to reduce this effect (any variation of this really). The problem is that there isn't much information dedicated directly on this topic (so far only a few websites and at most a page of information on websites), so I'm wondering if anyone knew of any extensive resources in which I'm assured to not run into a dead end.

The next problem is related to what type of approach I should use to actually do this considering it would have to be experimentally testable. A good thesis generally has a good mixture of experimental and computational analysis. So I need suggestions on how to vary the topic to accommodate something that is actually practical for me to complete. For example, I might have to be able to fire the weapon and show a change in precision and accuracy for the experimental side. In short, how will I obtain results?

Lastly, I'm open to changing the topic provided it's still based on firearms. The reason for this is that I've been working for a company that develops the technology (so I have a few resources at my disposal) and am thinking of this as a career. So any suggestions on topics, or answers to the above questions would be highly appreciated.

Regards.
 
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