Researching the nonlinear dynamics of self-excited vibrations, especially interested in the mechanics and design of musical instruments
Harmonics Sustaining Phenomenon on Bowed String Instruments (2021-Present)
-Publications:
Shodai Tanaka, Hiroshi Kori, Ayumi Ozawa; A mathematical study about the sustaining phenomenon of overtone in flageolet harmonics on bowed string instruments. Proc. Mtgs. Acoust. 4 December 2023; 52 (1): 035006. https://doi.org/10.1121/2.0001835
-Simple Demonstration:
-Explanation (in Japanese): Presentation at Kashiwa campus, University of Tokyo
-Explanation (in English):
Acoustical Society of America Across Acoustics Podcast (around 40:36~)
Pitch Jumps in Bowed Non-Metallic Plates (2024-Present)
Shodai Tanaka first observed the phenomenon in his room on 10/31/2024.
-Publications:
“紙こすりの方法 Method of Kami-kosuri (How to bow a book)” (2025)
Coming soon…
-Simple Demonstration:
https://youtu.be/ElAR48o7TkI?si=6KRncoZMRfuNey0T
-Works:
“A Requiem for Earthworm Roadkilled by Bicycles” (2024)