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Visualizing sound waves with a custom Pico 2W ultrasonic phased array

Visualizing sound waves with a custom Pico 2W ultrasonic phased array

by PaulGilli·Jun 8, 2026·3 points·0 comments
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Open-source acoustic camera built on a Pico 2W visualizes sound waves directly.

Strengths
  • •Phased array math running on a microcontroller enables cheap acoustic imaging.
  • •Full CAD and firmware open-sourced for others to replicate the measurement rig.
  • •Replaces subjective listening tests with objective visual beamforming data.
Weaknesses
  • •Primary deliverable is a video, not an installable tool or library.
  • •Hardware build complexity limits adoption to serious electronics hobbyists.
Category
Hardware
Target Audience

Audio engineers and hardware hobbyists

Similar To

SoundCam · NoiseSee · Acoustic Camera

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