Here's how it works:
* Sound Waves: The combustion process in the engine creates a series of loud pressure waves that travel through the exhaust system.
* Expansion Chambers: The muffler has internal chambers and baffles that expand the exhaust gases, causing them to lose energy and disperse more evenly.
* Sound Absorption: Some mufflers also use sound-absorbing materials, like fiberglass, to further reduce the volume of the exhaust noise.
By doing these things, the muffler effectively reduces the intensity of the sound waves before they are released into the atmosphere.
