English: Absorber / Deutsch: Absorber / Español: Absorbente / Português: Absorvedor / Français: Absorbeur / Italiano: Assorbitore /
An absorber is a device or material that absorbs a particular type of energy, such as sound waves, electromagnetic radiation, or heat.
The absorbed energy is often transformed into another form, such as thermal energy or mechanical work. Absorbers are used in a variety of applications, including noise control, thermal management, and radiation protection.
Some common examples of absorbers include:
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Acoustic absorbers: These are materials or devices that absorb sound waves and reduce the level of noise in a space. They are commonly used in walls, ceilings, and floors to reduce the reverberation time and improve the acoustics of a room.
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Thermal absorbers: These are materials or devices that absorb heat and transfer it to another medium, such as water or air. They are commonly used in solar energy systems, radiators, and heat exchangers to transfer heat from one place to another.
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Electromagnetic absorbers: These are materials or devices that absorb electromagnetic radiation, such as microwaves or radio waves. They are commonly used in radar systems, satellite communication, and radio frequency identification (RFID) systems.
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Light absorbers: These are materials or devices that absorb light and transform it into another form of energy, such as electrical energy in a solar cell or chemical energy in a photosynthetic cell. They are commonly used in solar panels, photosynthetic organisms, and light-sensitive materials.
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