An Ohio-based startup is applying advanced acoustics and engineering to wildfire defense. Sonic Fire Tech is developing a system that uses precisely tuned low-frequency sound waves to disrupt combustion without relying on water or chemical suppressants. The technology highlights Ohio’s strength in applied research, prototyping and advanced manufacturing, as engineers work to move novel lab concepts into real-world tools for fire prevention and emergency response, according to Ohio Tech News. 2/11/2026