Engineering Acoustics (2^nd Ed., 2nd ed. 2009) An Introduction to Noise Control

Suitable for both individual and group learning, Engineering Acoustics focuses on basic concepts and methods to make our environments quieter, both in buildings and in the open air.

The author?s tutorial style derives from the conviction that understanding is enhanced when the necessity behind the particular teaching approach is made clear. He also combines mathematical derivations and formulas with extensive explanations and examples to deepen comprehension.

Fundamental chapters on the physics and perception of sound precede those on noise reduction (elastic isolation) methods. The last chapter deals with microphones and loudspeakers.

Moeser includes major discoveries by Lothar Cremer, including the optimum impedance for mufflers and the coincidence effect behind structural acoustic transmission.

The appendix gives a short introduction on the use of complex amplitudes in acoustics.

Advanced textbook for mechanical, civil and electrical engineering students

New in second edition: chapters on active sound and vibration control as well as fundamentals of signal and system theory

Now 101 practice exercises with solutions included

Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras