Handbook of Noise and Vibration Control

In this Book

• Fundamentals of Acoustics, Noise, and Vibration
• Theory of Sound—Predictions and Measurement
• Sound Sources
• Sound Propagation in Rooms
• Sound Propagation in the Atmosphere
• Sound Radiation from Structures and their Response to Sound
• Numerical Acoustical Modeling (Finite Element Modeling)
• Boundary Element Modeling
• Aerodynamic Noise—Theory and Applications
• Nonlinear Acoustics
• General Introduction to Vibration
• Vibration of Simple Discrete and Continuous Systems
• Random Vibration
• Response of Systems to Shock
• Passive Damping
• Structure-Borne Energy Flow
• Statistical Energy Analysis
• Nonlinear Vibration
• General Introduction to Human Hearing and Speech
• The Ear—Its Structure and Function, Related to Hearing
• Hearing Thresholds, Loudness of Sound, and Sound Adaptation
• Speech Production and Speech Intelligibility
• General Introduction to Noise and Vibration Effects on People and Hearing Conservation
• Sleep Disturbance Due to Transportation Noise Exposure
• Noise-Induced Annoyance
• Effects of Infrasound, Low-Frequency Noise, and Ultrasound on People
• Auditory Hazards of Impulse and Impact Noise
• Effects of Intense Noise on People and Hearing Loss
• Effects of Vibration on People
• Effects of Mechanical Shock on People
• Hearing Protectors
• Development of Standards and Regulations for Occupational Noise
• Hearing Conservation Programs
• Rating Measures, Descriptors, Criteria, and Procedures for Determining Human Response to Noise
• General Introduction to Noise and Vibration Transducers, Measuring Equipment, Measurements, Signal Acquisition, and Processing
• Acoustical Transducer Principles and Types of Microphones
• Vibration Transducer Principles and Types of Vibration Transducers
• Sound Level Meters
• Noise Dosimeters
• Analyzers and Signal Generators
• Equipment for Data Acquisition
• Signal Processing
• Noise and Vibration Measurements
• Determination of Sound Power Level and Emission Sound Pressure Level
• Sound Intensity Measurements
• Noise and Vibration Data Analysis
• Modal Analysis and Modal Testing
• Machinery Condition Monitoring
• Wavelet Analysis of Vibration Signals
• Use of Near-Field Acoustical Holography in Noise and Vibration Measurements
• Calibration of Measurement Microphones
• Calibration of Shock and Vibration Transducers
• Metrology and Traceability of Vibration and Shock Measurements
• Introduction to Principles of Noise and Vibration Control
• Noise and Vibration Source Identification
• Use of Enclosures
• Use of Sound-Absorbing Materials
• Use of Barriers
• Use of Vibration Isolation
• Damping of Structures and Use of Damping Materials
• Dynamic Vibration Absorbers
• Rotor Balancing and Unbalance-Caused Vibration
• Active Noise Control
• Active Vibration Control
• Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) Sensors for Noise and Vibration Applications
• Design of Low-Noise Machinery
• Psychoacoustics and Product Sound Quality
• Machinery Noise and Vibration Sources
• Gear and Noise and Vibration Prediction and Control Methods
• Types of Bearings and Means of Noise and Vibration Prediction and Control
• Centrifugal and Axial Fan Noise Prediction and Control
• Types of Electric Motors and Noise and Vibration Prediction and Control Methods
• Pumps and Pumping System Noise and Vibration Prediction and Control
• Noise Control of Compressors
• Valve-Induced Noise—Its Cause and Abatement
• Hydraulic System Noise Prediction and Control
• Furnace and Burner Noise Control
• Metal-Cutting Machinery Noise and Vibration Prediction and Control
• Woodworking Machinery Noise
• Noise Abatement of Industrial Production Equipment
• Machine Tool Noise, Vibration, and Chatter Prediction and Control
• Sound Power Level Predictions for Industrial Machinery
• Introduction to Transportation Noise and Vibration Sources
• Internal Combustion Engine Noise Prediction and Control—Diesel and Gasoline Engines
• Exhaust and Intake Noise and Acoustical Design of Mufflers and Silencers
• Tire/Road Noise—Generation, Measurement, and Abatement
• Aerodynamic Sound Sources in Vehicles—Prediction and Control
• Transmission and Gearbox Noise and Vibration Prediction and Control
• Jet Engine Noise Generation, Prediction, and Control
• Aircraft Propeller Noise—Sources, Prediction, and Control
• Helicopter Rotor Noise—Generation, Prediction, and Control
• Brake Noise Prediction and Control
• Wheel–Rail Interaction Noise Prediction and Its Control
• Introduction to Interior Transportation Noise and Vibration Sources
• Automobile, Bus, and Truck Interior Noise and Vibration Prediction and Control
• Noise Management of Railcar Interior Noise
• Interior Noise in Railway Vehicles—Predicition and Control
• Noise and Vibration in Off-Road Vehicle Interiors—Prediction and Control
• Aircraft Cabin Noise and Vibration Prediction and Passive Control
• Aircraft Cabin Noise and Vibration Prediction and Active Control
• Noise Prediction and Prevention on Ships
• Introduction—Prediction and Control of Acoustical Environments in Building Spaces
• Room Acoustics
• Sound Absorption in Rooms
• Sound Insulation—Airborne and Impact
• Ratings and Descriptors for the Built Acoustical Environment
• ISO Ratings and Descriptors for the Built Acoustical Environment
• Acoustics Design of Office Work Spaces and Open-Plan Offices
• Acoustical Guidelines for Building Design and Noise Control
• Noise Sources and Propagation in Ducted Air Distribution Systems
• Aerodynamic Sound Generation in Low Speed Flow Ducts
• Noise Control for Mechanical and Ventilation Systems
• Noise Control in U.S. Building Codes
• Sound Insulation of Residential Housing—Building Codes and Classification Schemes in Europe
• Noise in Commercial and Public Buildings and Offices—Prediction and Control
• Vibration Response of Structures to Fluid Flow and Wind
• Protection of Buildings From Earthquake-Induced Vibration
• Low-Frequency Sound Transmission Between Adjacent Dwellings
• Introduction to Community Noise and Vibration Prediction and Control
• Exterior Noise of Vehicles—Traffic Noise Prediction and Control
• Rail System Environmental Noise Prediction, Assessment, and Control
• Noise Attenuation Provided by Road and Rail Barriers, Earth Berms, Buildings, and Vegetation
• Ground-Borne Vibration Transmission From Road and Rail Systems—Prediction and Control
• Base Isolation of Buildings for Control of Ground-Borne Vibration
• Aircraft and Airport Noise Prediction and Control
• Off-Road Vehicle and Construction Equipment Exterior Noise Prediction and Control
• Environmental Noise Impact Assessment
• Industrial and Commercial Noise in the Community
• Building Site Noise
• Community Noise Ordinances
• Glossary