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Journal Article

Aircraft Infrasonic Noise Evaluation Problems

Authors: Burhans, Ralph W.

Journal of the Audio Engineering Society · Volume 20 · Issue 6 · pp. 492–493 · August 1972

Abstract

A literature survey has been conducted on audio noise measurement and evaluation problems associated with aircraft operations. The results suggest that low-frequency or infrasonic noise has been largely neglected in most noise abatement studies, but that this may contribute to human discomfort in many situations well below the threshold of ear pain. Of particular interest is a possible connection between the alpha rhythm of the brain in the 5-10 Hz region and corresponding high-level noise variations. Audio engineers might contribute to more quantitative measurements in this region by devising low-cost signature identification analyzers and level sensors for widespread use in evaluating human annoyance factors.

Details

Publication
Journal of the Audio Engineering Society
Volume
20
Issue
6
Pages
492–493
Publication date
August 6, 1972
Affiliation
Avionics Research Group, Department of Electrical Engineering, Ohio University, Athens, OH (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Journal Article