James P. Cowan – författare

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 fundamentalsIn 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.

Provides a summary of current research results on the physiological and psychological effects of sound on people

Covers how the operation of the hearing mechanism affects our reactions to sounds Includes research results from studies on noise sources of public concern such as transportation, public utility, and recreational sources, with emphasis on low frequency sound and infrasound Covers sounds that affect some but not others, how sounds can be controlled on a practical level, and how and what sounds are regulated Includes coverage of both positive and negative effects of sound

Provides a summary of current research results on the physiological and psychological effects of sound on people

Covers how the operation of the hearing mechanism affects our reactions to sounds Includes research results from studies on noise sources of public concern such as transportation, public utility, and recreational sources, with emphasis on low frequency sound and infrasound Covers sounds that affect some but not others, how sounds can be controlled on a practical level, and how and what sounds are regulated Includes coverage of both positive and negative effects of sound