Building Acoustics and Noise Control Engineering

Building Acoustics

This book explains all aspects of building acoustics including the design considerations, empirical formulations, measurement methodology and uncertainty quantifications.

It presents a database of the acoustical materials tested in the reverberation chambers and sound impedance tube to understand the pertinent characteristics.

It includes an in-depth analysis of factors affecting the sound insulation and absorption characteristics.

A retrospective view of the National Building Codes of India and other countries and sound insulation requirements is also included.

Features

Provides complete details on building acoustics measurements, analysis, and design considerations

Introduces uncertainty analysis in building acoustics measurements

Explores the application of optimization methods in acoustics

Reviews methods for evaluation of sound insulation and sound absorption characteristics of acoustical materials and uncertainty analysis

Includes acoustic material database

This book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in acoustics, mechanical engineering, building science and noise control.