Architectural Acoustics; Second Edition presents a thorough technical overview of the discipline; from basic concepts to specific design advice. Beginning with a brief history; it reviews the fundamentals of acoustics; human perception and reaction to sound; acoustic noise measurements; noise metrics; and environmental noise characterization. In-depth treatment is given to the theoretical principles and practical applications of wave acoustics; sound transmission; vibration and vibration isolation; and noise transmission in floors and mechanical systems. Chapters on specific design problems demonstrate how to apply the theory; including treatment of multifamily dwellings; office buildings; rooms for speech; rooms for music; multipurpose rooms; auditoriums; sanctuaries; studios; listening rooms; and the design of sound reinforcement systems. Detailed figures illustrate the practical applications of acoustic principles; showing how to implement design ideas in actual structures. This compendium of theoretical and practical design information brings the relevant concepts; equations; techniques; and specific design problems together in one place; including both fundamentals and more advanced material. Practicing engineers will find it an invaluable reference for their daily work; while advanced students will appreciate its rigorous treatment of the basic building blocks of acoustical theory.Considered the most complete resource in the field ndash; includes basic fundamental relations; derived from first principles; and examples needed to solve real engineering problems.Provides a well-organized text for students first approaching the subject as well as a reliable reference for experienced practitioners looking to refresh their technical knowledge base.New content for developing professionals includes case studies and coverage of specific focus areas such as audio visual design; theaters; and concert halls.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Rich N.This is a great book for any orchestrating purposes or study of modern classical music.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Four StarsBy Chris HNeeds more notation for a music book.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Four StarsBy Alvaro RivasGreat book but too pricey.
