Low-Frequency Sound and Marine Mammals

Low-Frequency Sound and Marine Mammals
Author: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 91
Release: 1994-02-01
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0309050251

This volume reviews the current state of knowledge regarding the effects of low-frequency sound on marine mammals and makes recommendations for research. In addition, the book describes current federal regulations prescribed under the Marine Mammal Protection Act that govern the taking of marine mammals by scientific research activities, and it recommends changes to expedite the regulatory process dealing with scientific research activities.

Fundamentals of Noise and Vibration Analysis for Engineers

Fundamentals of Noise and Vibration Analysis for Engineers
Author: M. P. Norton
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 644
Release: 2003-10-16
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780521499132

Noise and Vibration affects all kinds of engineering structures, and is fast becoming an integral part of engineering courses at universities and colleges around the world. In this second edition, Michael Norton's classic text has been extensively updated to take into account recent developments in the field. Much of the new material has been provided by Denis Karczub, who joins Michael as second author for this edition. This book treats both noise and vibration in a single volume, with particular emphasis on wave-mode duality and interactions between sound waves and solid structures. There are numerous case studies, test cases, and examples for students to work through. The book is primarily intended as a textbook for senior level undergraduate and graduate courses, but is also a valuable reference for researchers and professionals looking to gain an overview of the field.

Sound-Power Flow

Sound-Power Flow
Author: Robert Hickling
Publisher: Morgan & Claypool Publishers
Total Pages: 214
Release: 2017-01-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1681744546

Sound-Power Flow: A practitioner's handbook for sound intensity is a guide for practitioners and research scientists in different areas of acoustical science. There are three fundamental quantities in acoustics: sound pressure, sound particle velocity, and sound intensity. This book is about sound intensity and demonstrates the advantages and uses of acoustical sensing compared with other forms of sensing. It describes applications such as: measuring total sound power; directional hearing of humans and mammals; echolocation; measuring sound-power flow in ducts; and uses of non-contact, focused, high-frequency, pulse-echo ultrasonic probes. This book presents computational approaches using standard mathematics, and relates these to the measurement of sound-power flow in air and water. It also uses linear units rather than logarithmic units – this making computation in acoustics simpler and more accessible to advanced mathematics and computing. The book is based on work by the author and his associates at General Motors, the University of Mississippi, and Sonometrics.

Notes on Acoustics

Notes on Acoustics
Author: K. Uno Ingard
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers
Total Pages: 455
Release: 2008
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1934015083

Introduction -- Oscillations -- Sound waves -- Sound reflection, absorption, and transmission -- The wave equation -- Room and duct acoustics -- Flow-induced sound and instabilities -- Sound generation by fans -- Atmospheric acoustics -- Mean-flow effects and nonlinear acoustics -- Examples.

Handbook of Acoustics

Handbook of Acoustics
Author: Malcolm J. Crocker
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 1494
Release: 1998-03-09
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780471252931

Acoustical engineers, researchers, architects, and designers need a comprehensive, single-volume reference that provides quick and convenient access to important information, answers and questions on a broad spectrum of topics, and helps solve the toughest problems in acoustical design and engineering. The Handbook of Acoustics meets that need. It offers concise coverage of the science and engineering of acoustics and vibration. In more than 100 clearly written chapters, experts from around the world share their knowledge and expertise in topics ranging from basic aerodynamics and jet noise to acoustical signal processing, and from the interaction of fluid motion and sound to infrasound, ultrasonics, and quantum acoustics. Topics covered include: * General linear acoustics * Nonlinear acoustics and cavitation * Aeroacoustics and atmospheric sound * Mechanical vibrations and shock * Statistical methods in acoustics * Architectural acoustics * Physiological acoustics * Underwater sound * Ultrasonics, quantum acoustics, and physical aspects of sound * Noise: its effects and control * Acoustical signal processing * Psychological acoustics * Speech communication * Music and musical acoustics * Acoustical measurements and instrumentation * Transducers The Handbook of Acoustics belongs on the reference shelf of every engineer, architect, research scientist, or designer with a professional interest in the propagation, control, transmission, and effects of sound.

Report

Report
Author: United States. National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics
Publisher:
Total Pages: 50
Release: 1957
Genre: Aeronautics
ISBN:

Foundations of Perception

Foundations of Perception
Author: George Mather
Publisher: Psychology Press
Total Pages: 420
Release: 2006
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 9780863778346

Foundations of Perception provides a comprehensive general introduction to perception. All the major and minor senses are covered, not only examining them from a perceptual perspective but also taking into account their biological and physical context. In addition to covering all material essential to understanding the functioning of the senses, each chapter also includes a 'Tutorials' section. This provides an opportunity for more advanced students to explore supplementary information on recent or controversial developments in subjects such as: The physics and biology of audition ; Shape and object perception ; Individual differences in perception.

Practical Applications and Solutions Using LabVIEWTM Software

Practical Applications and Solutions Using LabVIEWTM Software
Author: Silviu Folea
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 490
Release: 2011-08-01
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 953307650X

The book consists of 21 chapters which present interesting applications implemented using the LabVIEW environment, belonging to several distinct fields such as engineering, fault diagnosis, medicine, remote access laboratory, internet communications, chemistry, physics, etc. The virtual instruments designed and implemented in LabVIEW provide the advantages of being more intuitive, of reducing the implementation time and of being portable. The audience for this book includes PhD students, researchers, engineers and professionals who are interested in finding out new tools developed using LabVIEW. Some chapters present interesting ideas and very detailed solutions which offer the immediate possibility of making fast innovations and of generating better products for the market. The effort made by all the scientists who contributed to editing this book was significant and as a result new and viable applications were presented.