The discussion centers on the phenomenon of symmetrical patterns created by different sound frequencies, particularly in the context of vibrating plates. Participants explore the underlying mechanisms, including the formation of nodes and the influence of harmonics, as well as the factors affecting the resulting patterns.
Participants express differing views on the nature of the patterns and their similarities to crop circles, indicating a lack of consensus on this comparison. The discussion remains open regarding the specific mechanisms and factors influencing the patterns.
The discussion does not resolve the complexities of how various factors, such as mounting methods and frequency ranges, interact to produce the observed patterns. There are also assumptions about the definitions of nodes and patterns that are not explicitly stated.
Almost, but notice that the patterns in crop circles have sharp distinct boundaries (i.e. stalks that are flattened are right next to upright ones, there arent usually any that ware partially bent), whereas the resonant patterns dissipate away from the nodes (although quite sharply in some examples)Danger said:Strangely reminiscent of crop circles. Hmmm...