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18 - Superposition of sine waves

Sinusoidal waves can be added to form an arbitrary signal. This operation can lead to constructive interference (when the amplitudes of both waves have the same sign) or destructive interference (when the amplitudes of both waves have an opposite sign). Try out the demos to understand the concept of interference when adding sine waves.

Theory

Demonstration

  • Sum of sines with manipulation of wave parameters
  • Sum of sines with manipulation of wave parameters