Noise
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Noise Articles
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Monitoring of Industrial Noise [Jun 2010]
In this computerised age the saying ‘measuring is knowing’ still holds true
How environmental noise like industrial noise can be determined optimally depends on the situation and the scale in which goals with respect to noise control apply. Only for major industrial plants like manufacturing sites, petrochemical and pharmaceutical operations, construction sites and power stations and oil refineries, it is necessary and cost efficient to perform complex calculations and measuring (monitoring). Such a goal can be the reduction of the average noise emission in a certain area or at a single receiver position. In these cases an integral view of all aspects of environmental noise assists the policy makers in designing more effective policies concerning noise. An example of such a policy is the European guideline for mapping of environmental noise1.
Noise Monitoring [Sep 2009]
Environmental noise modelling
Environmental Noise Monitoring [Mar 2009]
The role of noise monitoring in controlling environmental noise
Living next to the main railway going north from Oslo, Norway, I have some firsthand experience when it comes to environmental noise. There are more than 60,000 train passes outside my window in a year. To many people’s surprise I have little problem with it. The main reasons are that I live in a modern building with triple glass windows and the majority of the trains passing are modern low noise train passing slowly. However, some nights there will be a fast passing diesel locomotive or a squeaky goods train that can wake up the whole neighbourhood.
Environmental Noise Monitoring [Dec 2008]
Standards and legislation
Noise pollution is a problem controlled and managed by numerous pieces of legislation, standards and documents providing guidance. In the UK, each piece of guidance or legislation varies sufficiently to cause a certain degree of conflict, which can lead to confusion and conflict amongst site operators, developers, regulators and the general public.
Continuous Noise Monitoring [Jun 2008]
Considerations for permanent noise monitoring for environmental applications
The increasing awareness of the public of environmental issues such as CO2 emissions, carbon footprints and waste recycling has brought the issue of environmental noise to the fore. Many of the demands of modern society result in the creation of noise sources such as larger airports, additional power stations and higher road traffic levels.
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Wireless Sensor Networks [Jun 2008]
Application Roll Call
Wireless sensor network technologies provide a bridge between information systems and the physical world. While cost effective sensors and actuators have been available for decades connecting, installing and commissioning these sensors and actuators has been expensive due to the cost of wiring.
Noise Assessment [Sep 2007]
Employing computerised predictive techniques
With increasing pressure to construct on brownfield sites, residential developers are having to consider constructing on sites with inherent noise issues. In order to maximise the development potential of these sites, the existing noise environment must be accurately characterised and the impact of existing and predicted future noise sources assessed. In many instances, these predictions are most effectively undertaken using computerised predictive and mapping techniques. This process can then help inform the optimum layout and design of the development and any necessary noise-related mitigation measures. As a result, businesses are looking to engage an acoustic consultant with the necessary skills and resources to provide this package of services and prepare the appropriate noise assessment report as part of a comprehensive Environmental Impact Assessment.
Monitoring Environmental Noise Pollution [Mar 2007]
Evaluating the significance of noise and the effectiveness of current standards and legislations
Noise pollution is a problem controlled and managed by numerous pieces of legislation, standards and documents providing guidance. In the UK, each piece of guidance or legislation varies sufficiently to cause a certain degree of conflict, which can lead to confusion and conflict amongst site operators, developers, regulators and the general public.
Environmental Noise Impact Assessment [Sep 2006]
Europe moves to harmonise methods of assessment by bringing predictions and measurements closer together
Environmental noise has always been with us, from the dramatic results of thunderstorms, to the gentle rustling of leaves by the wind. There are more frequently encountered natural sources too, such as water flowing in streams, various animal calls, and the dawn chorus as birds welcome the rising sun. However, with the advent of the industrial society there has been an explosion in the number of man made sources; ever since man started to use primitive tools, noise has been the unwanted side effect.
Not Quiet Over Noise Pollution [Mar 2006]
Noise - or unwanted sound - is a universal problem
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Come On Feel the Noise! [Mar 2005]
Exposure to noise will affect all of us at some time in our lives.
