Sonic deception

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Sonic deception refers to a deception tactic on the battlefield that involves the projection of sounds to produce noises intended to mislead hearers. The recorded noises target the enemy's sound-ranging equipment, as well as the human ear.^[1] It is employed in various activities, which include vehicular movements and the construction of infrastructure and military facilities.^[1]