Acoustic Localization

Acoustic localization is the process of determining the location of a sound source. It relies on how our ears perceive sound waves, including differences in time and intensity when sound reaches each ear. For example, if someone claps to your right, the sound reaches your right ear slightly sooner and louder than your left ear. The brain processes these differences to pinpoint where the sound is coming from. This technique is also used in technology, such as in smartphones or surveillance systems, to identify and track sounds in a given environment.