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Area of Science:

Computational physics
Acoustics
Numerical methods

Background:

Simulating nonlinear ultrasound wave propagation requires dense grids to capture high-frequency harmonics, leading to high computational costs.
Existing uniform grid methods struggle with efficiency when wave fields exhibit steep gradients.

Discussion:

A mapped k-space pseudospectral method is introduced, enabling the use of nonuniform grid spacings.
This technique allows for adaptive grid point clustering in regions with steep wave field gradients.

Key Insights:

Nonuniform grids significantly reduce the total number of grid points required for accurate nonlinear ultrasound simulations compared to uniform grids.
The method enhances computational efficiency without sacrificing simulation accuracy.

Outlook:

Further research can explore optimal nonuniform grid mapping strategies for various nonlinear acoustic phenomena.
This approach has potential applications in medical ultrasound imaging and industrial non-destructive testing.