Handbook Environmental Acoustics Contributor(s): Cowan, James P. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0471285846 ISBN-13: 9780471285847 Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. OUR PRICE: $165.25 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: December 1993 Annotation: Because environmental acoustics has a complex mathematical basis, it is often difficult to determine whether acoustical recommendations are valid. Handbook of Environmental Acoustics simplifies this decision-making process and provides easy-to-follow explanations of acoustic terminology, noise control design, and regulatory noise issues. The book clarifies key aspects of environmental noise in basic language, covering:
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BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Acoustics & Sound - Science | Environmental Science (see Also Chemistry - Environmental) |
Series: Industrial Health & Safety |
Physical Information: 0.91" H x 6.29" W x 9.32" (1.42 lbs) 296 pages |
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Publisher Description: Because environmental acoustics has a complex mathematical basis, it is often difficult to determine whether acousticalrecommendations are valid. Handbook of Environmental Acousticssimplifies this decision-making process and provides easy-to-followexplanations of acoustic terminology, noise control design, andregulatory noise issues. The book clarifies key aspects ofenvironmental noise in basic language, covering: * Common noise sources--including the risk of exposure to commondaily environmental noise sources * Current noise regulations, guidelines, andstandards--illustrating all key points * Acoustic terminology and environmental noisedescriptors--providing a foundation for understanding noiseissues * Effects of noise on people and animals--emphasizing theimportance of restricting noise exposure * Relevant noise rating methods--clarifiying the use of noisemetrics * Construction and building code requirements--explaining currentrequirements and featuring tips on how to avoid privacyproblems * Measurement considerations--demonstrating standard methods andoffering practical advice on how to ensure proper measurementprocedures * Noise control designs--detailing source-path-receiver systems andnoise control fundamentals In addition to traditional noise control methods, new areas, suchas active noise control, sound intensity measurement, and diffusivedesigns, are explained. A sample municipal noise ordinance helpsthe user to draft an ordinance tailored to the needs of aparticular community. Avoiding complex mathematics and analyses, Handbook of Environmental Acoustics is a user-friendly manual forurban planners, municipal officials, engineers, attorneys, industrial hygienists, architects, environmental professionals, andstudents in these fields. |