Examines the fundamental principles of noise and vibration control. This book illustrates solutions to real problems, identify and characterize major sources of industrial noise, and provides design and engineering approaches to control. It offers useful acoustical performance charts, case histories, and tables of materials and supplies.

"The Nature and Measurement of Sound Physical Acoustics Levels and Spectra Character of Noise Sound Propagation Sound Measurement and Analysis Noise Control Methods Acoustical Materials Acoustical Enclosures Silencers, Mufflers, and Active Noise Control Reverberation Control Vibration Control Basic Sources of Noise: Character and Treatment Fans and Blowers Gas-Jet Noise Gear Noise Additional Topics and Case Histories Environmental Acoustics Sound Control in Buildings Community and Environmental Noise Community and Environmental Noise Regulations Personal Hearing Protection Appendixes Appendix A: The International System of Units Appendix B: Conversion Factors Appendix C: Standards and Procedures Appendix D: Recommended Descriptors and Abreviations Appendix E: Department of Labor Occupational Noise Exposure Standard and Permissible Ultrasonic Treshold Levels Appendix F: Sound Absorption Coefficients of Common Building Materials, Audiences, Seats, Musicians, etc. Appendix G: Noys as a Function of Sound Pressure Level, IP Appendix H: Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies Appendix I: Machines Enclosure Listing Catalog "