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Journal Article

Measurement of Panel Reflection Using Acoustical Scale Modeling Techniques

Authors: Ortega, Jose C.

Journal of the Audio Engineering Society · Volume 39 · Issue 10 · pp. 752–760 · October 1991

Abstract

The importance of early reflected sound from sidewall and ceiling reflecting panels in auditoriums and spaces used for musical presentation has been recognized for some time. Experience teaches that the size, shape, and orientation of the panels affect their reflecting characteristics. Results of ongoing studies using scale modeling techniques are presented. The measured reflection transfer function is given for several types of reflecting panels. Transfer functions measured in the shadow zone of a reflecting panel exhibit interference characteristics. The nonuniformity of the transfer functions is shown to be due to out-of-phase waves diffracted from the panel edges.

Details

Publication
Journal of the Audio Engineering Society
Volume
39
Issue
10
Pages
752–760
Publication date
October 6, 1991
Affiliation
Paul S. Veneklasen and Associates, Santa Monica, CA (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Journal Article