In Acoustics File

Source: MDPI Acoustics Journal (Published February 2026)

Developing acoustic panels from mycelium (mushrooms) and recycled fibers to meet "Net-Zero" building requirements. Acoustics | An Open Access Journal from MDPI in Acoustics

Explores the transition of acoustic levitation from lab experiments to industrial applications like contact-free biofabrication (organoid manufacturing) and precision bearings. near-field industrial bearings

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Studying how microgravity affects the speech of astronauts.

Identifies four technology clusters for 2026: phased-array transducer systems, metamaterial-enhanced levitation, near-field industrial bearings, and AI-driven computational modeling. 2. Environmental & Urban Planning (2026)

Found that 89% of campus measurements exceeded WHO limits, identifying vehicular traffic and construction as primary stressors affecting student concentration and well-being. 3. Foundational Engineering & Design (Classic Reference) " Foundations of Engineering Acoustics " Source: ResearchGate / Wiley (Frank Fahy)