Interactive Laboratoryy = A · sin(2π(x/λ - ft))
Harmonic Wave Simulator
Adjust amplitude, frequency, and wavelength in real time. Visualize oscillating particles, inspect derived wave quantities, and enable a second wave to explore constructive and destructive interference.
Harmonic Sine Wave Simulation
y(x, t) = A · sin(2π(x/λ - f·t))
v = 180 px/s
T = 1 s
k = 0.0349 rad/px
ω = 6.28 rad/s
40 px
10px85px
1.00 Hz
0.1 Hz3.5 Hz
180 px
70px360px
What to observe
At constant wavelength, raising frequency increases the displayed propagation speed. Amplitude changes displacement, not frequency.
Superposition
Enable the second wave and compare its dashed trace with the resultant wave to see interference evolve over time.
Model scope
Canvas distances are illustrative pixels. Use the universal calculator for physical units and real media.