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Helmholtz resonance, also known as wind throb, refers to the phenomenon of air resonance in a cavity, an effect named after the German physicist Hermann von Helmholtz. This type of resonance occurs when air is forced in and out of a cavity.

How can we make a difference to the sound something makes?

Experiment with the museum’s duochord, tuning forks and other objects to find out how sound can be changed and measured.

Find out why there are different sizes of instruments and what difference that makes to the sounds they can make.

 

This is a drop in event, there is no need to book and you can turn up at any time during the session.

Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. 

Date: 
Wednesday, 28 May, 2025 - 15:00 to 16:00
Event location: 
Whipple Museum of the History of Science, Free School Lane, CB2 3RH

Opening Times

We are regularly open five days a week, 12.30 - 16:30.

And now open the third Saturday of every month!

Monday 12.30 - 16:30

Tuesday 12.30 - 16:30

Wednesday 12.30 - 16:30

Thursday 12.30 - 16:30

Friday 12.30 - 16:30

Selected Saturdays 10.00 - 16.00

 

Early May and Spring Bank Holidays 2025
Please note that we will be closed on Monday 5 May and Monday 26 May for the Bank Holidays.