Engineering Noise Control, Fifth Edition

Abstract

5. Scope and content: "This classic and authoritative student textbook contains information that is not over simplified and can be used to solve the real world problems encountered by noise and vibration consultants as well as the more straightforward ones handled by engineers and occupational hygienists in industry. The book covers the fundamentals of acoustics, theoretical concepts and practical application of current noise control technology. It aims to be as comprehensive as possible while still covering important concepts in sufficient detail to engender a deep understanding of the foundations upon which noise control technology is built. Topics which are extensively developed or overhauled from the fourth edition include sound propagation outdoors, amplitude modulation, hearing protection, frequency analysis, muffling devices (including 4-pole analysis and self noise), sound transmission through partitions, finite element analysis, statistical energy analysis and transportation noise. For those who are already well versed in the art and science of noise control, the book will provide an extremely useful reference. A wide range of example problems that are linked to noise control practice are available on www.causalsystems.com for free download."--Provided by publisher. Chapter 1 Fundamentals and Basic Terminology / David A. Bies -- chapter 2 Human Hearing and Noise Criteria / David A. Bies -- chapter 3 Instrumentation for Noise Measurement and Analysis / David A. Bies -- chapter 4 Sound Sources and Sound Power / David A. Bies -- chapter 5 Sound Propagation / David A. Bies -- chapter 6 Sound in Enclosed Spaces / David A. Bies -- chapter 7 Partitions, Enclosures and Barriers / David A. Bies -- chapter 8 Muffling Devices / David A. Bies -- chapter 9 Vibration Control / David A. Bies -- chapter 10 Sound Power and Sound Pressure Level Estimation Procedures / David A. Bies -- chapter 11 Practical Numerical Acoustics / David A. Bies -- chapter 12 Frequency Analysis / David A. Bies.