Engineering Noise Control

This textbook covers the principles of noise control engineering with practical applications, including beating, addition and subtraction of noise levels, hearing damage assessment, speech intelligibility, noise weighting curves, instrumentation, noise source types, outdoor sound propagation, sound in rooms, muffling devices, sound transmission through partitions, vibration measurement and control, finite element analysis, boundary element methods, and statistical energy analysis. It is a core advanced undergraduate and graduate textbook and a reference text for acoustic consultants and engineers. Example problems and solutions are available for download.

Format: Hardback
Length: 890 pages
Publication date: 08 August 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive and renowned textbook offers a wealth of material that is both comprehensive and nuanced, making it an invaluable resource for solving complex noise control engineering challenges. It delves into the principles of noise control, providing practical insights into the application of current technology. The fifth edition of this textbook has been extensively revised to include new or updated topics such as:

Beating: This topic explores the phenomenon of sound interference and how it can be minimized. It discusses techniques such as frequency filtering, time averaging, and signal processing to reduce the impact of unwanted noise.

Addition and Subtraction of Noise Levels: This section covers the calculation and interpretation of noise levels in different environments. It discusses methods for measuring and combining multiple noise sources, as well as techniques for reducing noise levels through sound insulation and absorption.

Combining Multi-Path Noise Level Reductions: This topic examines the reduction of noise levels in complex environments where multiple noise sources are present. It discusses techniques such as sound attenuation, sound absorption, and sound reflection to achieve optimal noise control.

Hearing Damage Assessment and Protection: This section focuses on the assessment and protection of human hearing from noise exposure. It discusses methods for measuring noise levels, evaluating hearing loss, and implementing protective measures such as hearing protection devices and noise control measures.

Speech Intelligibility: This topic explores the impact of noise on speech communication and how it can be improved. It discusses techniques such as speech enhancement, noise reduction, and speech recognition to enhance speech intelligibility in noisy environments.

Noise Weighting Curves: This section introduces the concept of noise weighting curves and their application in noise control. It discusses the use of noise weighting curves to assess the impact of noise on human health and to develop noise control measures that prioritize human health and well-being.

Instrumentation: This topic covers a range of instrumentation techniques used in noise control. It discusses the use of MEMS (Microelectromechanical Systems) sensors, IEPE (Induced Electroacoustic Emission) sensors, and TEDS (Time-Domain Electromagnetic Transient System) sensors to measure and analyze noise levels.

Noise Source Types: This section explores the different types of noise sources that can be encountered in industrial and environmental settings. It discusses techniques for identifying and estimating noise sources, as well as methods for reducing noise levels from transportation noise, equipment noise, and outdoor sound propagation.

Outdoor Sound Propagation: This topic examines the propagation of sound in outdoor environments. It discusses the effects of weather conditions, topography, and vegetation on sound propagation, as well as techniques for reducing noise levels through the use of noise barriers, meteorological effects, and sloping ground effects.

Sound in Rooms: This section covers the design and implementation of sound control measures in indoor environments. It discusses the use of muffling devices, such as curtains, carpets, and acoustic panels, to reduce sound transmission through single, double, and triple partitions. It also covers the calculation of sound transmission through these partitions and the design of effective muffling devices.

Sound Transmission through Single, Double, and Triple Partitions: This topic explores the transmission of sound through different types of partitions. It discusses the principles of sound transmission, the calculation of sound transmission coefficients, and the design of effective partitions for sound control.

Vibration Measurement and Control: This section covers the measurement and control of vibration in industrial and environmental settings. It discusses the use of vibration sensors, finite element analysis, and boundary element methods to analyze and control vibration.

Boundary Element Methods: This topic introduces the concept of boundary element methods and their application in noise control. It discusses the use of these methods to model and solve complex acoustic problems, such as the transmission of sound through structures and the design of noise control measures.

Statistical Energy Analysis: This section covers the use of statistical energy analysis to evaluate the effectiveness of noise control measures. It discusses the use of statistical models to predict the noise levels in different environments, as well as the use of statistical analysis to optimize noise control designs.

This textbook is designed as a core advanced undergraduate and graduate textbook, providing a comprehensive foundation of knowledge in noise control engineering. It is also a valuable reference text for acoustic consultants and engineers, offering practical insights and solutions to real-world noise control problems. In addition to the theoretical content, the textbook includes a wide range of example problems and solutions that are linked to noise control practice. These examples are designed to help students apply the theoretical concepts to practical situations and develop a deeper understanding of the field.

To access these example problems and solutions, users can visit the website www.causalsystems.com. The website offers a comprehensive collection of resources, including lecture notes, exercises, and case studies, to support the learning of noise control engineering. Whether you are a student, professional, or researcher, this textbook is an essential resource for advancing your knowledge and expertise in noise control engineering.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367414795
Edition number: 6 ed