Listen to the Chorus: How Periodical Cicadas are Boosting Fiber Optic Communication
This summer, nature and technology will be in perfect harmony! Researchers have discovered a unique phenomenon that will be occurring this summer–periodical cicadas emerging and singing in perfect synchronization with the frequency of fiber optic cables. This phenomenon is incredibly rare, and has only been observed in a handful of locations around the world. Researchers believe that this could be linked to a process known as “resonance”, where the cicadas’ chirps resonate with the frequency of the fiber optic cables. This could have implications for our understanding of the relationship between technology and nature, and may be a sign of future convergence between the two.
source: Phys.org