Using Inverse Transient Statistical Energy Analysis to determine the transient power input from a heavy impact on floating floors

2021 ◽  
Vol 263 (4) ◽  
pp. 2270-2278
Author(s):  
Susumu Hirakawa ◽  
Carl Hopkins

To aid design decision concerning heavy impacts on heavyweight floors, it is necessary to be able to predict Fast-time weighted maximum sound pressure levels (Lp,Fmax) in the receiving room. For excitation directly on the heavyweight floor this can be carried out using Transient Statistical Energy Analysis (TSEA) in a predictive mode. However, the performance of floating floors is not always possible to accurately predict hence an inverse approach to TSEA, referred to as ITSEA, has been developed to determine the transient power. This paper compares the prediction of the Lp,Fmax using TSEA with normalized transient power input determined by ITSEA with measurements conducted in two test chambers with and without floor small floor toppings. For one-third octave bands, the maximum difference in Lp,Fmax between measurement and TSEA ranged from 5.3 to 8.3dB and 6 to 7dB when using W`in,ForcePlate and W`in,ITSEA respectively. For octave bands, the maximum difference in Lp,Fmax between measurement and TSEA ranged from 2.1 to 7.5dB and 2 to 7dB when using W`in,ForcePlate and W`in,ITSEA respectively

2020 ◽  
Vol 48 (2) ◽  
pp. 233-250
Author(s):  
R. Zárate ◽  
J. Poblet-Puig ◽  
M. Ortega ◽  
M. López-Parra

Author(s):  
J. A. Steel

This work uses statistical energy analysis (SEA) to study engine noise transmission through a small passenger motor vehicle and in order to do this the sound and vibration power input is calculated. An aim of this work is to identify the causes of differences between measured and SEA predicted vibration transmission in motor vehicles. To allow this to be studied a relatively simple running condition and vehicle are chosen. Airborne and structural paths for sound and vibration transmission to a vehicle saloon are considered. Also, SEA is used to identify the relative importance of each structural and airborne power input in relation to the sound power that is transmitted to the vehicle saloon. This technique can then make it possible for the power input matrix to be greatly simplified. The most important power input to the small passenger vehicle used in this study is found to be at the floor mounts of the engine subframe. At high frequencies resonant transmission through the firewall (dash) can also be important. The results indicate the difficulty of estimating the power input, which is the main cause of differences between measured and predicted results (even for the restricted running condition considered here). The work also demonstrates that SEA can be very useful for identifying important transmission paths and predicting overall performance.


1992 ◽  
Vol 1 (4) ◽  
pp. 52-55 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gail L. MacLean ◽  
Andrew Stuart ◽  
Robert Stenstrom

Differences in real ear sound pressure levels (SPLs) with three portable stereo system (PSS) earphones (supraaural [Sony Model MDR-44], semiaural [Sony Model MDR-A15L], and insert [Sony Model MDR-E225]) were investigated. Twelve adult men served as subjects. Frequency response, high frequency average (HFA) output, peak output, peak output frequency, and overall RMS output for each PSS earphone were obtained with a probe tube microphone system (Fonix 6500 Hearing Aid Test System). Results indicated a significant difference in mean RMS outputs with nonsignificant differences in mean HFA outputs, peak outputs, and peak output frequencies among PSS earphones. Differences in mean overall RMS outputs were attributed to differences in low-frequency effects that were observed among the frequency responses of the three PSS earphones. It is suggested that one cannot assume equivalent real ear SPLs, with equivalent inputs, among different styles of PSS earphones.


2020 ◽  
Vol 63 (6) ◽  
pp. 2016-2026
Author(s):  
Tamara R. Almeida ◽  
Clayton H. Rocha ◽  
Camila M. Rabelo ◽  
Raquel F. Gomes ◽  
Ivone F. Neves-Lobo ◽  
...  

Purpose The aims of this study were to characterize hearing symptoms, habits, and sound pressure levels (SPLs) of personal audio system (PAS) used by young adults; estimate the risk of developing hearing loss and assess whether instructions given to users led to behavioral changes; and propose recommendations for PAS users. Method A cross-sectional study was performed in 50 subjects with normal hearing. Procedures included questionnaire and measurement of PAS SPLs (real ear and manikin) through the users' own headphones and devices while they listened to four songs. After 1 year, 30 subjects answered questions about their usage habits. For the statistical analysis, one-way analysis of variance, Tukey's post hoc test, Lin and Spearman coefficients, the chi-square test, and logistic regression were used. Results Most subjects listened to music every day, usually in noisy environments. Sixty percent of the subjects reported hearing symptoms after using a PAS. Substantial variability in the equivalent music listening level (Leq) was noted ( M = 84.7 dBA; min = 65.1 dBA, max = 97.5 dBA). A significant difference was found only in the 4-kHz band when comparing the real-ear and manikin techniques. Based on the Leq, 38% of the individuals exceeded the maximum daily time allowance. Comparison of the subjects according to the maximum allowed daily exposure time revealed a higher number of hearing complaints from people with greater exposure. After 1 year, 43% of the subjects reduced their usage time, and 70% reduced the volume. A volume not exceeding 80% was recommended, and at this volume, the maximum usage time should be 160 min. Conclusions The habit of listening to music at high intensities on a daily basis seems to cause hearing symptoms, even in individuals with normal hearing. The real-ear and manikin techniques produced similar results. Providing instructions on this topic combined with measuring PAS SPLs may be an appropriate strategy for raising the awareness of people who are at risk. Supplemental Material https://doi.org/10.23641/asha.12431435


2018 ◽  
Vol 595 ◽  
pp. 245-252 ◽  
Author(s):  
SK Archer ◽  
WD Halliday ◽  
A Riera ◽  
X Mouy ◽  
MK Pine ◽  
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