Wave Interference

Rippling interference patterns from multiple animated wave sources.

Circular ripples from several sources add and cancel into interference fringes.

About Wave Interference

Place multiple circular wave sources and watch their ripples add and cancel into shimmering interference patterns, rendered live on your GPU. Adjust the number of sources, frequency, and colors, then capture a high-resolution PNG.

How to use Wave Interference

  1. Adjust the parameters. Use the side panel to shape your Wave Interference design in real time.
  2. Explore variations. Press Randomize to discover new variations, or copy the share link to reproduce an exact result.
  3. Export. Download your artwork as a high-resolution PNG.

Frequently asked questions

What is Wave Interference?

Place multiple circular wave sources and watch their ripples add and cancel into shimmering interference patterns, rendered live on your GPU. Adjust the number of sources, frequency, and colors, then capture a high-resolution PNG. It runs entirely in your web browser on GeoPatternLab, free and with no sign-up.

Is Wave Interference free to use?

Yes. Wave Interference on GeoPatternLab is completely free, with no sign-up or download required. Create as much art as you like and export it directly from your browser.

How do I download my Wave Interference artwork?

Use the export buttons in the toolbar to save your work as a high-resolution PNG image. Files download straight to your device.

Does Wave Interference work on phones and tablets?

Yes. Wave Interference is fully responsive and works with touch input on phones and tablets as well as with a mouse or trackpad on desktop.

Can I use Wave Interference artwork commercially?

Yes. Artwork you create with Wave Interference is yours to use for personal and commercial projects, such as wallpapers, prints, textiles, and teaching materials. See our Terms of Use for full details.

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