Italian AI is now predicting the shape of violins
 

Allows new designs and materials

AI will design the next generations of violins according to in a study published on Nature Scientific Reports by Politecnico di Milano.

Boffins at the Musical Acoustics Lab of Politecnico di Milano have been using AI to predict the sound produced by a tonewood block once carved into the shape of a violin plate and work out the best shape for the best sound.

In the article with the racy title A Data-Driven Approach to Violinmaking the Chilean physicist and luthier Sebastian Gonzalez (post-doc researcher) and the professional mandolin player Davide Salvi (PhD student) show how a simple and effective neural network is able to predict the vibrational behaviour of violin plates.

This prediction is obtained from a limited set of geometric and mechanical parameters of the plate.

The ability to predict the sound of a violin design can truly be a game-changer for violin makers, as not only will it help them do better than the “grandmasters”, but it will help them explore the potential of new designs and materials. This research allowed us to take the first steps in this direction, showing how Artificial Intelligence, physical simulation and craftsmanship can all join forces to shed light on the art of violin making.

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