scholarly journals THE IMPACT OF URBAN TRAFFIC NOISE WITH THE RISK ASSESSMENT TO POPULATION HEALTH

2019 ◽  
Vol 96 (9) ◽  
pp. 904-908 ◽  
Author(s):  
I. B. Ushakov ◽  
O. V. Klepikov ◽  
Valery I. Popov ◽  
N. Yu. Samodurova
Keyword(s):  
Traffic Noise ◽  
Road Transport ◽  
Sound Level ◽  
Urban Traffic ◽  
Risk Level ◽  
Residential Areas ◽  
Night Time ◽  
Risk Indices ◽  
Noise Measurements ◽  
The Impact

The article presents results of the evaluation of urban noise levels from the road transport. Over the period 2012-2016 there was recorded an annual gain in the proportion of results of noise measurements failing to meet standards. In the daytime, evening and night time in residential areas of the city there are systematically recorded excesses of maximum permissible levels of equivalent and maximum sound levels. The highest levels of sound were recorded during the daytime: the equivalent sound level reaches 81 dBA, maximum sound level - 94 dBA. The impact of the noise of this level on the human body is characterized by a high likelihood of the development of non-specific effects (up to 0.98 units) and is evaluated as most high level. The probability (risk) for the making complaints by residents amounts up to 0.75 units (an extremely dangerous risk level), the development of hearing loss - 0.17 units (risk causing fear). High health risk indices from the impact of transport noise were established to be characteristic of cardiovascular diseases. In particular, as the age (probable duration of the exposure time) increases from 30 to 50 years, the level of risk is estimated as average (the risk ranges from 0.08 to 0.34 units), from 55 to 65 years - as high (from 0, 36 to 0.59), from 70 to 85 - as extreme (from 0.68 to 1.00). Theoretically there were substantiated measures for noise protection in the urban environment, including the architectural and planning techniques to protect the population from the traffic noise.

scholarly journals Assessment of Traffic Noise Pollution Due to Urban Residential Road Transport

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 34-52
Author(s):  
Elena Lezhneva ◽  
Katerina Vakulenko ◽  
Andrii Galkin
Keyword(s):  
Noise Exposure ◽  
Traffic Noise ◽  
Experimental Studies ◽  
National Income ◽  
Noise Pollution ◽  
Road Transport ◽  
Environmental Safety ◽  
Residential Areas ◽  
Noise Emission ◽  
The Impact

Abstract The problem of combating urban noise is closely linked to the rational transformation of the urban environment, which must go through the elimination or reduction of the number of sources of noise, the localization of the noise emission zone, reducing the level of sound sources and protection against noise for the residential areas. Theoretical and experimental studies of acoustic loading on the territory along the highway for the typical section of the urban territory have been conducted. To estimate the complex noise impact from all sources and from individual sources, as well as to predict the total noise exposure for this site, a noise map was constructed using software. As a measure to combat traffic noise in the territory along the highway, the location of the noise protection screen was justified, taking into account the loss of part of the national income as a result of the continuous impact of noise on a person.The results of the research allow to assess the degree of technogenic impact of noise pollution during the operation of the highway, which allows regulating, by administrative and legislative methods, the nature of the impact on natural objects and human health of certain types of activities, as well as reasonably proposing measures that ensure environmental safety when organizing urban streets traffic.

scholarly journals Short-Term Annoyance Due to Night-Time Road, Railway, and Air Traffic Noise: Role of the Noise Source, the Acoustical Metric, and Non-Acoustical Factors

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (9) ◽  
pp. 4647
Author(s):  
Sarah Weidenfeld ◽  
Sandra Sanok ◽  
Rolf Fimmers ◽  
Marie-Therese Puth ◽  
Daniel Aeschbach ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Road Traffic ◽  
Traffic Noise ◽  
Field Studies ◽  
Road Transport ◽  
Air Traffic ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Night Time ◽  
Noise Sources ◽  
Exposure Response ◽  
Noise Measurements

Field studies on traffic noise-induced annoyance have predominantly used estimated outside noise levels. We intended to complement existing knowledge with exposure–response relationships that are based on precise indoor noise measurements. Acoustic recordings inside the bedrooms of nightly road traffic and annoyance ratings in the following morning were obtained from 40 suburban residents (mean age 29.1 years ± 11.7; 26 females). We derived exposure–response functions for the probability to be “annoyed at least a little” (%LA). Further analyses compared data from the current study with those from two earlier studies on railway and aircraft noise. Annoyance increased with the number of traffic events and the equivalent sound pressure level. The inclusion of non-acoustical factors (such as assessment of road transport) improved the prediction considerably. When comparing the different traffic noise sources, %LA was higher for road than for air traffic at a given LAeq,night, but higher for road and railway than for air traffic at a given number of noise events. Acoustical as well as non-acoustical factors impact short-term annoyance induced by road, railway, and air traffic. Annoyance varies across noise sources, which may be due to differences in acoustical characteristics or in the temporal noise distribution throughout the night.

The Impacts of Traffic Noise on House Renting and Selling Prices Concerning Residential Areas Case of Sulaimaniyah City Center

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ayoub Smaqaey ◽  
◽  
Mohammed AbdulKareem ◽  
Meryem Komşu ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Real Estate ◽  
High Efficiency ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Traffic Noise ◽  
Noise Pollution ◽  
Real Estate Market ◽  
Residential Areas ◽  
City Center ◽  
The Government ◽  
The Impact

The purposes of this research are to examine the impact of traffic noise on the sale and rent prices of the housing real estate in the Sulaimaniyah city center. Besides, highlight the concept of traffic noise pollution in general and in particular in the Sulaimaniyah city center. Thus, people have the right to choose the nature of the acoustic environment, as others should not impose it, the problem of traffic noise considered as one of the main problems that have imposed on the people in Sulaimaniyah city center. Which began to take severe economic and social dimensions, affects the decision-making process in the real estate market. Moreover, consequently, this research analyzes the impact of traffic noise pollution in the sale and rent prices of residential property in Sulaimaniyah city center, the results of the research have confirmed a clear and negative impact the traffic noise on residential real estate prices in Sulaimaniyah city center. Finally, the research indorsed range of important recommendations, such as necessity control the noise pollution at the level of governments and companies, either at the companies’ level by choosing vehicles that release less sound and the use of sound control devices of high efficiency. Either at the government level to determine the volume level or prevent annoying noises (painful), through legislation and laws of environmental protection and impose fees and raise awareness.

Sound influence on spa park perception in feelings of visitors

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Małgorzata Sztubecka ◽  
Maria Mrówczyńska ◽  
Anna Bazan-Krzywoszańska ◽  
Marta Skiba
Keyword(s):  
Human Perception ◽  
Special Kind ◽  
Sound Level ◽  
Health Resort ◽  
Measurement Results ◽  
Noise Measurements ◽  
Permissible Levels ◽  
The One ◽  
The Impact

Noise can have many harmful effects on the recipients, however people exposed to noise on a long-term and regular basis can get used to it, even if the permissible levels are exceeded. In cities, green areas and park systems are provided to create a climate for rest and relaxation. Spa parks are a special kind of such park systems, which – in addition to the above-mentioned features – support therapies offered by spa facilities located there. On the one hand, patients and visitors appreciate various social and entertainment events held there, but – on the other – a multitude of sounds associated with them may reduce the comfort of their stay. The aim of this paper is to analyse the relationship between the results of noise measurements and the human perception of noise within the impact zone. The examined area is a spa park in the health resort district of Inowrocław, where seasonal measurements (taken in summer and winter) provided a basis for the determination of the connection between the measured values of equivalent sound level and the noise level perceived by surveyed people. A statistical analysis was performed to take into account the correlation between the obtained measurement results and the human perception of noise. It shows some differences in the perception of heard sounds. The results allow an evaluation of the soundscape of the analysed area.

scholarly journals Assessment of traffic noise due to transverse rumble strips at residential areas

2018 ◽  
Vol 250 ◽  
pp. 02006
Author(s):  
Zaiton Haron ◽  
Darus Nadirah ◽  
Supandi Mohamad Afif ◽  
Yahya Khairulzan ◽  
Nordiana Mashros ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Noise Level ◽  
Traffic Noise ◽  
Middle Layer ◽  
Sound Level ◽  
Skid Resistance ◽  
Residential Areas ◽  
Noise Levels ◽  
Traffic Characteristics ◽  
Level Meter ◽  
Road Characteristics

Transverse rumble strips (TRS) are commonly being installed to alert the drivers through sound and vibration effects. The sound produced affects the existing traffic noise level which caused noise annoyance to the nearby residents. This study aims to assess the traffic noise due to TRS at residential areas by determining the roadside noise levels, traffic and road characteristics and evaluating the relationship between these parameters. Middle overlapped (MO), middle layer overlapped (MLO) and raised rumbler (RR) TRS profiles with same thickness were selected. The measurements of roadside noise levels and skid resistance were conducted using sound level meter (SLM) and British pendulum tester (BPT) respectively. Traffic characteristics were evaluated using previous data measured using automatic traffic counter (ATC). In overall, MLO produced highest roadside noise levels with increase of 20.5dBA from baseline. Generally, the increase of roadside noise level due to TRS is strong with speed, weak to medium with skid resistance of TRS and no relationship with traffic volume. Based on three TRS profile types, MLO is not suitable to be installed on the roadways adjacent to the residential areas as the increase of roadside noise level is significant which is more than 5dBA compared to MO and RR.

Environmental Noise and Annoyance in the Urban Area at Different Time Intervals

2014 ◽  
Vol 617 ◽  
pp. 110-115 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ľubica Argalášová ◽  
Jana Jurkovičová ◽  
Ludmila Ševčíková ◽  
Zuzana Štefániková ◽  
Katarína Hirošová ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Noise Exposure ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Environmental Noise ◽  
Economic Transformation ◽  
Sound Level ◽  
Health Concern ◽  
Road Traffic Noise ◽  
Residential Areas ◽  
The Impact

Environmental (community) noise, particularly road traffic noise, has attracted widespread attention in recent decades as a major environmental health concern. The aim of the study was to determine the impact of environmental noise on psychosocial well-being of young healthy individuals and to follow the time trends of exposure in the period of 10, 15, 20, 25 years. The validated methodology was used to assess noise annoyance, interference with activities and sleep disturbance; the objectification of noise levels was done by direct measurement using sound level analyzer with a module for frequency analysis. The results revealed the sharp increase during the years 1989 and 1999 (the period of political and socio-economic transformation and the changes in traffic management) and the decrease in the year 2013. The findings of our study indicate the need for preventive measures to reduce environmental noise exposure in residential areas and to emphasize the importance of the elaboration of methods for environmental noise exposure risk assessment.

scholarly journals INVESTIGATION AND EVALUATION OF SPEED TABLE INFLUENCE TO TRAFFIC NOISE PROPAGATION IN RESIDENTIAL AREA / GREITĮ MAŽINANČIŲ KALNELIŲ ĮTAKOS TRIUKŠMO SKLIDIMUI GYVENAMAJAME RAJONE TYRIMAI IR VERTINIMAS

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 425-430
Author(s):  
Tomas Astrauskas ◽  
Raimondas Grubliauskas
Keyword(s):  
Road Traffic ◽  
Traffic Noise ◽  
Residential Area ◽  
Sound Level ◽  
Surface Irregularity ◽  
Apartment Building ◽  
Noise Propagation ◽  
Recorded Sound ◽  
Noise Measurements ◽  
Reduce Risk

Speed table is an artificial road (street) surface irregularity, which is used to reduce speed of road traffic or maintain allowed speed limit in road (street) section. These measures are used to reduce risk for pedestrians by reducing speed of passing vehicles. Before speed table, vehicles usually reduce speed, after passing it, vehicles usually increase their speed and this could increase traffic noise. Measurements were carried out during the day time in L. Asanavičiūtės Street 5, Vilnius. Measurements were divided into two parts, inside the residential apartment building and in its environment. Near the speed table recorded sound level was 69 dB, inside the residential apartment building noise level was approximately 41 dB. In this paper speed table influence on traffic noise propagation in residential area is investigated. Greičio mažinimo priemonė – dirbtinis kelio (gatvės) dangos nelygumas, skirtas transporto priemonių greičiui sumažinti arba leistinam greičiui palaikyti kelio (gatvės) ruože. Šių įrenginių paskirtis yra sumažinti pavojų pėstiesiems mažinant važiuojančių automobilių greitį. Automobiliai prieš greičio mažinimo priemonę greitį sumažina, pervažiavę ją, dažniausiai vėl didina greitį, todėl transporto keliamas triukšmas gali padidėti. Tyrimai buvo atlikti dienos metu L. Asanavičiūtės g. 5, Vilniuje. Tyrimai buvo išskirti į dvi dalis: tyrimai gyvenamojo pastato viduje ir tyrimai gyvenamojo pastato aplinkoje. Triukšmo lygis prie vertikaliosios trapecinės greičio mažinimo priemonės buvo 69 dB, tiriamojo gyvenamojo pastato viduje apie 41 dB. Šiame straipsnyje yra nagrinėjama greičio vertikaliosios trapecinės greičio mažinimo priemonės įtaka transporto keliamo triukšmo sklaidai į gyvenamąją aplinką.

scholarly journals INFORMATION SUPPORT FOR TRANSPORT NOISES RESEARCH

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 95-102
Author(s):  
Ludmila P. Braginskaya ◽  
Oksana A. Kopylova
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Data ◽  
Human Activity ◽  
Traffic Noise ◽  
Calculated Data ◽  
Noise Pollution ◽  
Information Support ◽  
Residential Areas ◽  
Noise Sources ◽  
Computational Analyses ◽  
The Impact

Studies of traffic noise in residential areas, i.e. in areas designated for human activity, are very relevant due to the growth of noise pollution caused by the growth of traffic infrastructure. Noise parameters are measured in order to assess their compliance with hygienic standards, to verify the calculated data obtained, to identify noise sources. Experimental and theoretical works on the analysis of transport noise and assessment of risks from their influence have been carried out in ICM&MG SB RAS for the last several years. The information support for the research proposed by the authors is aimed at integrating data and knowledge on the assessment of risks from the impact of traffic noise. Researchers have meaningful access to the experimental data that have been collected during fieldwork on the registration of traffic noise, to their computational analyses, and to systematic information related to this issue.

scholarly journals Traffic Noise Assessment at Residential Areas in Skudai, Johor

2018 ◽  
Vol 34 ◽  
pp. 02024
Author(s):  
F.S. Sulaiman ◽  
N. Darus ◽  
N. Mashros ◽  
Z. Haron ◽  
K. Yahya
Keyword(s):  
Noise Level ◽  
Traffic Noise ◽  
Noise Pollution ◽  
Traffic Volume ◽  
Sound Level ◽  
Pollution Level ◽  
Vehicle Speed ◽  
Residential Areas ◽  
Traffic Characteristics ◽  
Noise Assessment

Vehicles passing by on roadways in residential areas may produce unpleasant traffic noise that affects the residents. This paper presents the traffic noise assessment of three selected residential areas located in Skudai, Johor. The objectives of this study are to evaluate traffic characteristics at selected residential areas, determine related noise indices, and assess impact of traffic noise. Traffic characteristics such as daily traffic volume and vehicle speed were evaluated using automatic traffic counter (ATC). Meanwhile, noise indices like equivalent continuous sound pressure level (LAeq), noise level exceeded 10% (L10) and 90% (L90) of measurement time were determined using sound level meter (SLM). Besides that, traffic noise index (TNI) and noise pollution level (LNP) were calculated based on the measured noise indices. The results showed an increase in noise level of 60 to 70 dBA maximum due to increase in traffic volume. There was also a significant change in noise level of more than 70 dBA even though average vehicle speed did not vary significantly. Nevertheless, LAeq, TNI, and LNP values for all sites during daytime were lower than the maximum recommended levels. Thus, residents in the three studied areas were not affected in terms of quality of life and health.

Effect of distance from road intersection on developed traffic noise levels

2004 ◽  
Vol 31 (4) ◽  
pp. 533-538 ◽  
Author(s):  
Saad Abo-Qudais ◽  
Arwa Alhiary
Keyword(s):  
Noise Level ◽  
Traffic Noise ◽  
Sound Level ◽  
Signalized Intersections ◽  
Environment Pollution ◽  
Noise Levels ◽  
The Road ◽  
Traffic Intersection ◽  
Noise Measurements ◽  
Level Meter

The main objective of this study was to evaluate the variation in traffic equivalent noise levels as distance from the road intersection increases. To achieve this objective, traffic volume and equivalent noise level were monitored at 40 signalized intersections in Amman, the capital of Jordan. An integrated sound level meter (ISLM) was used to measure 1 min equivalent noise level along all approaches of the evaluated intersections. A total of 3326 noise measurements were performed. The collected data were analyzed to evaluate the variation of noise levels as distance from the intersection increases. The results indicated that equivalent noise levels were significantly affected by distance from the signal stop line. The equivalent noise levels at distances 50 and 100 m from the intersection were found to be 1.5 to 2.0 dB less than those at 0 m. While at 200, 250, and 300 m from the intersection, the monitored equivalent noise levels were found to be 3.8 to 4 dB higher than that at 0 m. At distances farther than 250 m, the measured equivalent noise levels tend to keep constant value of equivalent noise level as distance increased.Key words: noise, traffic, intersection, environment, pollution.

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