Sound insulation of a hollow concrete blocks wall made with construction and demolition waste and wood-based panels as linings

2021 ◽  
pp. 1351010X2199364
Author(s):  
Rodrigo Scoczynski Ribeiro ◽  
Raylton Pereira de Sousa ◽  
Rosemara Santos Deniz Amarilla ◽  
Luis Henrique Sant’Ana ◽  
Márcio Avelar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Masonry Wall ◽  
Construction And Demolition Waste ◽  
Index Formula ◽  
Sound Insulation ◽  
Demolition Waste ◽  
Hygroscopic Properties ◽  
Construction Techniques ◽  
Concrete Blocks ◽  
Sound Reduction ◽  
Reduction Index

It is a well-discussed topic that Construction and Demolition Waste (CDW) can be recycled and used as aggregate in the construction sector. Generally, Brazilian construction techniques are based on hollow blocks or bricks and mortars as coating systems. This paper describes the sound insulation of a masonry wall built with hollow concrete blocks and CDW as aggregates. The measurements were performed according to the reverberant chamber method. Keeping sustainability in mind instead of applying cement mortar as coating system, Oriented Strand Boards (OSB) and Wood-Wool Cement Boards (WWCB) were used and also tested as acoustical linings. The panels were directly attached on the wall with nails in the receiving room. All types of panels increased the weighted sound reduction index ([Formula: see text]). Wood-based composites can also improve the air quality because of their hygroscopic properties. In summary, sustainable wall systems were characterized according to their sound insulation properties, presented as possible substitutes for traditional masonry walls.

scholarly journals AIRBORNE SOUND INSULATION IMPROVEMENT ON MASONRY PARTITIONS USING ADDITIONAL PLASTERBOARD LAYERS

2011 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 33-40 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marius Mickaitis ◽  
Aleksandras Jagniatinskis ◽  
Boris Fiks
Keyword(s):  
Theoretical Calculations ◽  
Low Frequency ◽  
Masonry Wall ◽  
In Situ Measurements ◽  
Sound Insulation ◽  
Frequency Range ◽  
Airborne Sound ◽  
Sound Reduction ◽  
Reduction Index

For the purposes of accumulating knowledge of how to comply with requirements for new buildings of obligatory sound class C or enhanced acoustic comfort sound classes A and B (Lithuanian Building Technical regulations STR 2.01.07:2003), the article discusses improvement on airborne sound insulation of partitions between dwellings using additional plasterboard layers. The results of an empirical approach were obtained performing in situ measurements of the partitions of masonry from silicate blocks and expanded-clay concrete blocks. Theoretical calculations without the evaluation of flanking paths are added. The paper looks at the peculiarities of in situ measurement methods and the estimation of the limiting uncertainty of the sound reduction index. It is showed that the values of the in situ measurements of the airborne sound reduction index in accordance with requirements EN ISO 140 and EN ISO 717 series for rooms having volume higher than 50 m3 varies depending on frequency range. It has been stated, that improvement on the weighed airborne sound reduction index in the frequency range from 100 Hz to 3150 Hz depends on the properties of additional layers and on the characteristics of the main constructions. Resonance in the low frequency range arising due to additional layers may reduce the weighed airborne sound reduction index defined in the frequency range from 50 Hz to 3150 Hz. This fact must be taken into account when designing improvement on masonry wall insulation using an additional layer in dwellings.

scholarly journals Incorporation of recycled aggregates from construction and demolition waste in paver blocks

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Cinthia Maia Pederneiras ◽  
Maria Del Pilar Durante ◽  
Ênio Fernandes Amorim ◽  
Ruan Landolfo da Silva Ferreira
Keyword(s):  
Natural Resources ◽  
Mechanical Strength ◽  
Reference Sample ◽  
Construction And Demolition Waste ◽  
Recycled Aggregates ◽  
World Population ◽  
Fine Aggregate ◽  
Demolition Waste ◽  
Concrete Blocks ◽  
Modified Block

ABSTRACT: The consumption of natural resources and energy increased proportionally with the growth of the world population and its economic level. There was an increasing exponential consumption of natural resources, which implied an increase in environmental impacts. The construction sector is responsible for a very significant production of construction and demolition waste (CDW). Thus, there is a concern in search of a more sustainable final disposal. Many studies have been investigated the development of new materials with the incorporation of recycled aggregates from CDW. This paper presents a study of performance evaluation of concrete blocks produced with CDW. For that purpose, an experimental campaign was performed, including a characterization of the aggregates used. The incorporation of 100% of fine and coarse recycled aggregates. The mixtures were designed according to the condition of the aggregate (dry, washed or saturated). The performance of these blocks was evaluated in terms of mechanical strength and water absorption. Some additional tests were also performed to deeper analyze of the microstructure of these blocks. To assess the durability of the concrete blocks, a full-scale road was built. The results were very positive, since there were no significant differences between the modified concrete blocks and the reference sample (0% of the CDW). The modified block with fine aggregate presented the best performance of all the blocks, concerning mechanical strength. In addition, the performance of concrete blocks with washed recycled aggregates had a better performance compared to the others. The results obtained were satisfactory for the application of the blocks in the streets with low movement and low load.

scholarly journals Characterization and Use of Construction and Demolition Waste from South of Brazil in the Production of Foamed Concrete Blocks

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (10) ◽  
pp. 1090 ◽  
Author(s):  
Patrícia Favaretto ◽  
Gelsa Hidalgo ◽  
Carlos Sampaio ◽  
Rodrigo Silva ◽  
Richard Lermen
Keyword(s):  
Construction And Demolition Waste ◽  
Demolition Waste ◽  
Concrete Blocks ◽  
Foamed Concrete ◽  
South Of Brazil

Research on the Prediction of Impact Sound Insulation to a Homogeneous Wall

2015 ◽  
Vol 744-746 ◽  
pp. 1593-1596
Author(s):  
Shang You Wei ◽  
Xian Feng Huang ◽  
Zhi Xiang Zhuang ◽  
Jun Xin Lan
Keyword(s):  
Energy Analysis ◽  
Sound Transmission ◽  
Sound Insulation ◽  
Statistical Energy Analysis ◽  
Analysis Framework ◽  
Mechanism Of Impact ◽  
Sound Reduction ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Insulating Properties ◽  
Reduction Index

In this paper, a theoretical model to evaluate impact sound transmission through a homogeneous wall is proposed. The model which is based on the Statistical Energy Analysis framework exhibits a system with room-wall-room. For the purpose to explore the mechanism of impact sound transmission through a wall, the impact sound reduction index between two rooms are predicted. Meanwhile, the variation of impact sound reduction index with the walls properties are also taken into account. The results reveal that the density, elastic modulus and thickness of a homogeneous wall have diverse effects on its impact sound insulation and can be chosen adequately to achieve ideal insulation values.It provides an approach to optimize impact sound insulating properties of the walls.

Slits' Effects on Sound Insulation for Lightweight Partitions

2014 ◽  
Vol 507 ◽  
pp. 153-156
Author(s):  
Xian Feng Huang ◽  
Quan Shi ◽  
Chen Hui Zhu
Keyword(s):  
Sound Insulation ◽  
High Frequencies ◽  
Rectangular Aperture ◽  
Index Variation ◽  
Sound Reduction ◽  
Reduction Index

The slits on the lightweight partitions have a significant effect on sound insulation which is investigated in this paper. According to Gomperts model for rectangular aperture, the sound reduction index of a wall with slits can be predicted. Two lightweight partitions were selected to analyze their sound reduction index variation with factors such as width, length and location of slits. Results show that these factors affect the sound insulation evidently, especially at high frequencies.

Sound Insulation Determination of Door

2014 ◽  
Vol 1057 ◽  
pp. 215-222 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dušan Dlhý ◽  
Peter Tomašovič
Keyword(s):  
Structural Complexity ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Sound Insulation ◽  
Laboratory Measurements ◽  
Door Frame ◽  
Small Change ◽  
Sound Reduction ◽  
Reduction Index

The structural complexity of a door causes difficulties in the description of its behavior from an acoustical point of view. In many cases, even a small change can cause a big difference in its sound-isolating properties. To determine the acoustical quality of a door, it is important to perform laboratory measurements of the door structure and door frame, the gaps including. A mathematical analysis based on experimental measurements of the sound reduction index of several door constructions was used to determine the acoustical door categories. The equations for calculating the sound reduction index, which were introduced in this paper, should help in the design of a suitable door from an acoustical point of view.

scholarly journals IMPLEMENTATION OF LABORATORY MEASUREMENT OF AIRBORNE SOUND INSULATION BASED ON ISO AND ASTM STANDARDS IN NATIONAL STANDARDIZATION AGENCY OF INDONESIA (BSN)

2021 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 77
Author(s):  
Bondan Dwisetyo ◽  
Maharani Ratna Palupi ◽  
Fajar Budi Utomo ◽  
Chery Chaen Putri ◽  
Dodi Rusjadi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Transmission Loss ◽  
Laboratory Measurement ◽  
Sound Insulation ◽  
Reference Curve ◽  
Airborne Sound ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Single Number ◽  
Sound Reduction ◽  
Reduction Index

<p>The implementation of laboratory measurement of airborne sound insulation based on ISO and ASTM standards was carried out at SNSU BSN. The aim of this work to realize the measurement of airborne sound insulation for several sample tests, where the procedure of the test is performed according to the updated standard ISO 10140 and ASTM E90. Besides, the single number rating also is determined based on ISO 717-1 and ASTM E413. This measurement has been conducted in the two reverberation rooms using pressure method consist of measuring the sound pressure level, measuring the reverberation time, obtaining the sound reduction index (R) or sound transmission loss (STL), and determination of a single-number ratings of the samples test. From the results, some parameter requirements such as the frequency range and the rounding procedure of R or STL influence the measurement result slightly. Subsequently, the significant difference is obtained for the determination of single number rating in the shifting procedure of the reference curve.</p>

scholarly journals Determination of the Airborne Sound Insulation of a Straw Bale Partition Wall

2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 20-29 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jiří Teslík ◽  
Radek Fabian ◽  
Barbora Hrubá
Keyword(s):  
Sound Insulation ◽  
Partition Wall ◽  
Airborne Sound ◽  
University Of Technology ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Scientific Project ◽  
Sound Reduction ◽  
Straw Bale ◽  
Reduction Index

AbstractThis paper describes the results of a scientific project focused on determining of the Airborne Sound Insulation of a peripheral non-load bearing wall made of straw bales expressed by Weighted Sound Reduction Index. Weighted Sound Reduction Index was determined by measuring in the certified acoustic laboratory at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at Brno University of Technology. The measured structure of the straw wall was modified in combinations with various materials, so the results include a wide range of possible compositions of the wall. The key modification was application of plaster on both sides of the straw bale wall. This construction as is frequently done in actual straw houses. The additional measurements were performed on the straw wall with several variants of additional wall of slab materials. The airborne sound insulation value has been also measured in separate stages of the construction. Thus it is possible to compare and determinate the effect of the single layers on the airborne sound insulation.

scholarly journals Comparative Analysis of Economic Impacts of Sustainable Vertical Extension Methods for Existing Underground Spaces

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 975 ◽  
Author(s):  
Soo-yeon Seo ◽  
Byunghee Lee ◽  
Jongsung Won
Keyword(s):  
Economic Impacts ◽  
Construction And Demolition Waste ◽  
Existing Buildings ◽  
Top Down ◽  
Construction Costs ◽  
Demolition Waste ◽  
Existing Building ◽  
Vertical Extension ◽  
Unit Costs ◽  
Construction Techniques

Without demolishing an entire existing building, it is possible to sustainably expand its underground spaces to enhance the building’s functionality. However, there have been a few relevant studies exploring this option, and they did not consider the financial feasibilities of underground vertical extension methods. Therefore, this paper analyzes the economic impacts of three sustainable vertical extension methods for existing underground spaces. The extension methods were the (1) bottom-up, (2) normal top-down, and (3) top-down with multi-post downward (MPD) methods. In order to analyze and compare the economic impacts of the underground vertical extension methods, 24 illustrative examples were generated in this paper. Construction costs of the three sustainable vertical extension methods for existing underground spaces are calculated and compared. Those are based on the quantity of used materials in the construction phase and dismantled materials in the demolition phase, as well as unit costs of each material. In addition, the structural stabilities of the examples are analyzed using MIDAS Gen 2017. As the results, the top-down method with MPD was the lowest sustainable method for vertically expanding underground spaces compared to other two methods under the same condition. Moreover, the higher the number of underground floors of existing buildings and the greater the number of extended basement floors, the more economically advantageous was the top-down method with MPD. Considering their structural stabilities and economic impacts of the extension methods help practitioners to select appropriate construction techniques and reduce costs, risks, and the amount of generated construction and demolition waste.

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