Abstract: A microwave oscillator comprises a wave-guide having a closed end with a semiconductor diode having a negative differential resistance for the frequency used placed in the wave-guide spaced from the closed end and electrically connected to two elements protruding inwardly from opposite walls of the wave-guide, with one of the elements being electrically isolated from the wall and having an unsymmetrical, rotatable body. The wave-guide may be conical if desired.
Abstract: A system for adjusting the tonal quality of piano hammers or similar objects consists of incorporating a tensioning device into the device for attaching the string-engaging cover to the hammer so that the stiffness of the cover may be varied. The cover itself may consist of an elastic rubber-like material.