185th Meeting of the Acoustical Society of America
Sydney, Australia 4-8 December 2023
Acoustics Lay Language Papers
Please keep in mind that some of the research described in these lay papers may not have yet been peer reviewed.
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Busting the myth that new violins sound better after a period of “playing-in”
New violins do not need to be “played in” to sound better. The act of playing or vibrating a violin does not change its acoustical properties.
The expected sonic transformation of the Arctic Ocean under Climate Change
Researchers conducted a series of studies and sea-trials of the new Arctic oceanographic conditions and ambient noise.
Consumer label for the noise properties of tires and road pavements
Not many vehicle owners know that they can contribute to reducing traffic noise by making an informed choice of their tires, while not sacrificing safety or economy.
Curtains and drapes that can reduce noise pollution by more than half
Our testing has shown how curtains and drapes can reliably reduce noise pollution by more than half for both open and closed windows.
Rocket noise: What does it mean for Australian spaceports?
As Australian spaceports prepare for launch, researchers are beginning to investigate possible noise impacts on payloads, launchpad structures, communities, and the environment.
Let’s go soundwalking!
Soundwalks are an important part of the soundscape method and are a useful way to engage stakeholders who participate by consciously observing and evaluating the soundscape.
Determination of the sound pressure level in fitness studios
Determination of the sound pressure level in fitness studios, where the dropping of weights is a common occurrence.
Enhancing Museum Experiences: The Impact of sounds on visitor perception.
Discover how congruent sounds in a museum captivate visitors’ senses, fostering immersive experiences and reducing distractions.
What fish species are singing along the southern Australian continental shelf?
Fish species singing along the southern Australian continental shelf off Bremer Bay in Western Australia
Myth busted: classroom acoustics can be easy and cheap
Study shows that improved acoustics in classrooms need not be difficult or costly to achieve.
The loss of an F35 fighter aircraft and the search for Malaysian Airlines flight MH370
The crash of an F35 fighter the Sea of Japan was detected acoustically. Does this mean we should have heard Malaysian Airlines flight MH370?
Data sonification & case study presenting astronomical events to the visually Impaired via sound
Acousticians at Arup and astrophysicist Chris Harrison collaborated to accurately map data to audio to convey concepts of astrophysics to visually impaired individuals.
Decibel Diversity: A Sonic Exploration of Varied Noise Requirements on Inland Rail
Assessing rail noise across borders on Inland Rail can be challenging. Come listen to the talk to find out more.
Why Australian Aboriginal languages have small vowel systems
Australian Aboriginal languages have very few vowels. This could be one of several ways in which their sound systems and word structures have been shaped by the effects of chronic middle ear infection over generations.
Playability maps as aid for musicians
Playability diagrams have been commonly used to analyze bowed-string instruments, but may be also informative for wind instruments
Documenting the sounds of southwest Congo: the case of North Boma
Linguists from Ghent, Mons, and Kinshasa have dedicated their efforts to recording the phonetic and phonological oddities of southwest Congo’s Bantu varieties.
The Secret Symphony of City Nightlife: Unveiling the Soundscapes of Pubs and Bars
Discover the hidden melodies of urban evenings: Dive into the dynamic nightlife soundscapes of city pubs and bars!