What equipment do I need to set up a sonoluminescence experiment?

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The discussion focuses on the equipment necessary for setting up a sonoluminescence experiment, specifically for a high school science fair project. Key components include a square wave signal generator, ultrasonic transducers with diameters of 16mm or 20mm and thicknesses of 6mm or 8mm, and a microphone approximately 3mm in diameter and 1mm thick. The user also seeks guidance on wiring the setup and acquiring a 2-trace oscilloscope and audio amplifier with a saturation voltage of 40V peak-to-peak.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of sonoluminescence principles
  • Familiarity with signal generators and their applications
  • Knowledge of ultrasonic transducer specifications
  • Basic electronics for wiring and setup
NEXT STEPS
  • Research specifications for ultrasonic transducers suitable for sonoluminescence
  • Learn about wiring techniques for audio amplifiers and oscilloscopes
  • Investigate affordable options for 2-trace oscilloscopes
  • Explore different types of microphones for acoustic applications
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Students, educators, and hobbyists interested in experimental physics, particularly those conducting research on sonoluminescence and related acoustic phenomena.

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I am working on a high school science fair project and I wanted to study sonoluminescence. I am having trouble with the setup and I am not sure what kind of stuff I need. I've been referring to websites and papers such as:

http://dave.ucsc.edu/physics195/thesis_2010/mccluney_thesis.pdf
http://www.webcitation.org/query?ur.../hbomb41ca/sono.html&date=2009-10-25+23:46:32

I found a square wave signal generator on eBay and I was wondering if that was good to use. As well as what transducers would be good or bad as one article says to use transducers with a diameter of 16mm and thickness of 8mm but another used transducers with a diameter of 20mm and thickness of 6mm. Also I need a microphone which specified around 3mm in diameter and a thickness of 1mm. I was wondering where I can also get these from and which ones I can and cannot use. Also if I can get help on how to wire everything up and set it up that would be great. Also can I find a cheap 2-trace oscilloscope and an audio amplifier with a saturation voltage of about 40V peak-to-peak. Thanks!
 
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