Noise and Blast

Abstract

SE SOURCE. Data are presented dealing with physical acoustics, the characteristics of sound and appropriate noise measurements. Hearing loss resulting from both steady-state and impulse noise is discussed along with the factors influencing its acquisition and recovery and the resultant effects upon performance. Subjective and behavioral response to noise is discussed in terms of masking of auditory signals and speech, annoyance and general observation. Current research in the area of nonauditory effects is reviewed varying from cardiovascular alterations to the risk of death. Current design criteria are presented for both steady-state and impulse noise for both workspaces and communities.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1973
Accession Number
AD0765419

Entities

People

  • David C. Hodge
  • Georges R. Garinther

Organizations

  • United States Army Materiel Command

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acoustics
  • Data Storage Systems
  • Ear
  • Health Services
  • Hearing Loss
  • Human Factors Engineering
  • Industrial Hygiene
  • Medical Personnel
  • Psychology
  • Spacecraft

Readers

  • Acoustics.
  • Auditory Neuroscience/Auditory Physiology.
  • Computational Modeling and Simulation