RESEARCH PROJECTS

Below is a list of current and completed research projects which are related to Musical Instrument Engineering. Follow links to learn more about particular projects.

As many research assistants have graduated, please direct all questions to either Erich Tisch or Chris Rogers

The Effect of Pallet Geometry on Pluck and Airflow in a Pipe Organ

Vibrational Modes of an Uilleann Pipe Reed

Detecting Loose Particles in a Loudspeaker Voice Coil

Development of a Tabletop Loudspeaker Teststand

•Directly Measuring Air Velocity Fluctuations Inside the Clarinet
Phase I, Phase II, Phase III

Flow Visualization in the Mouthpiece of a Clarinet

The Acoustic Effect of Mouthpiece Design on a B b Clarinet

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The Effect of Temperature and Humidity on the Action of a Steinway Grand Piano

Measuring Transient Effects due to Temperature and Humidity Changes

•Cryogenic Treatment of Trumpets
2000, 1999, 1998

Development of a Clarinet Undercuting Tool

Semi-Anechoic Quiet Room

Analyzing Violins Using  Holographic Interferometry

Spectral Frequency Analysis of the Flute

Inventory Control in a Manufacturing Environment
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