BLUNDERBUSS

The video discusses Cornwall's potential to supply a third of the country's tin needs. It introduces Blunderbuss, a device designed by Farnborough scientists to simulate supersonic bangs without public disturbance. The process involves using a Polaroid camera to capture sonic signals and a diaphragm that bursts due to air pressure, causing the bang. Models can be placed inside Blunderbuss to study the effects of these bangs. The video also covers the recording of sonic booms from the Concorde.

What is the potential contribution of Cornwall to the country's tin supply?

• All of the tin required

• A third of the tin required

• Half of the tin required

• A quarter of the tin required

What is the primary purpose of the Blunderbuss device?

• To measure air pressure

• To amplify sound

• To simulate supersonic bangs

• To capture images of wildlife

How does the Blunderbuss create a bang?

• By using a loudspeaker

• By bursting a thin diaphragm with air pressure

• By clapping two metal plates

• By using explosives

What additional use does the Blunderbuss have besides taking pictures of bangs?

• Recording sound waves

• Measuring wind speed

• Testing new materials

• Studying effects on building models

What humorous translation is given for the name 'Blunderbuss'?

• Big Loud Device

• Blinking Loud Ultra Noisy Device

• Booming Sound Machine

• Banging Noise Creator