sonic mapping

Sonic mapping is a technique that uses sound waves to create detailed images of objects or environments. Instruments emit sound pulses that travel through space, bounce off surfaces, and return to sensors. By measuring the time it takes for echoes to return, the system constructs a precise, three-dimensional map of the surroundings. This method is often used in robotics, underwater exploration, and architectural scanning to navigate, detect obstacles, or visualize complex structures without physical contact, leveraging the properties of sound to gather spatial information efficiently and accurately.