Cymatic-patterned acoustic diffuser panels for designed
This technology creates sound diffuser panels whose physical shapes are derived from cymatics — the visual patterns that sound waves naturally form on vibrating surfaces. By combining these organic, mathematically structured shapes with a quadratic residue sequencing method, the diffusers scatter sound energy in multiple directions rather than allowing it to bounce back as echoes or dead spots. The result is a panel system that improves room acoustics while also offering visual design flexibility, since panels can be rearranged to suit different spaces. It functions as both an acoustic treatment and an architectural design element.
What you could build
A line of modular, aesthetically distinctive acoustic diffuser panels sold to architects, acoustic consultants, and high-end interior designers for use in recording studios, auditoriums, restaurants, offices, and luxury residential spaces. Buyers would be commercial interior fit-out firms and specialty acoustic product distributors.
Who in Virginia should care
Virginia-based architecture and interior design firms, performing arts venue developers, or acoustic treatment product manufacturers serving the Mid-Atlantic commercial construction market.
Readiness: Prototype likely
Concept — described but not yet demonstrated. Lab validated — supported by experimental results in the patent. Prototype likely — the text describes a built, working embodiment.
Readiness is inferred from the patent text, not from a lab visit.
The record
- Inventors
- Algargoosh, Alaa, Hossameldin, Hany, El-Wakeel, Hala, Algargoosh, Alaa, Hossameldin, Hany, El-Wakeel, Hala
- Granted
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- Status
- Granted patent
- Patent number
- 137499
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