The sound of shapes
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Dolphins have a fine sense of echolocation which is used when they interpret sound waves resulting from their clicking noises bouncing off surfaces. Humans use spectrum analysis to try to begin to imitate the defining of shape by interpreting sound. Some experiments with dolphins are described.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1996
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The sound barrier: Britain's music business
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The UK's National Heritage Commission published a report on May 11, 1993 accusing the compact disc industry of monopolistic practices that result in sharply higher CD prices in Britain than in the US. The Monopolies and Mergers Commission is likely to launch a full investigation.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1993
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