The effects of sound on people. (2016)

• Record Type: Book
• Further Information: Note: James P. Cowan.
• Authors: Cowan, James P
• Contents: List of Figures List of Tables About the Author Series Preface Preface Chapter 1 Acoustic parameters 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Sound generation 1.2.1 Frequency 1.2.2 Wavelength 1.3 Sound propagation 1.3.1 Unimpeded divergence 1.3.2 Impeded propagation Reflection Refraction Diffraction Diffusion 1.3.3 Sound behavior indoors Echo Room modes Reverberation 1.3.4 Sound behavior outdoors Atmospheric absorption Atmospheric refraction Ground effects Vegetation effects Chapter 2 Sound description 2.1 Introduction 2.2 The decibel scale 2.3 Frequency weighting networks 2.3.1 Loudness 2.3.2 Weighting scales 2.4 Frequency band analysis 2.4.1 Noise by color 2.5 Common sound descriptors 2.5.1 Environmental descriptors 2.5.2 Sound . propagation in terms of sound levels Divergence Refraction and diffraction Reverberation Chapter 3 Sound perception 3.1 Introduction 3.2 Human hearing apparatus and mechanism 3.2.1 Outer ear 3.2.2 Middle ear 3.2.3 Inner ear 3.2.4 Signal processing in the brain Localization Masking and audibility 3.2.5 Vestibular system 3.3 Alternate sound perception mechanisms 3.3.1 Bone conduction 3.3.2 Cartilage hearing 3.3.3 Tinnitus 3.34 Electromagnetic hearing 3.4 Hypersensitivities 3.4.1 Hyperacusis/misophonia 3.4.2 Electrohypersensitivity 3.5 Low frequency and infrasound perception Chapter 4 Physiological effects of sound exposure 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Body resonance and damage potential 4.3 Hearing loss 4.3.1 Presbycusis 4.3.2 Noise-induced hearing loss 4.3.3 Hearing loss from . illness or agents 4.4 Cardiovascular disease 4.4.1 Hypertension 4.4.2 Ischaemic diseases 4.5 Vibroacoustic disease 4.6 Low frequency noise concerns 4.7 Infrasound concerns Chapter 5 Psychological effects of sound exposure 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Annoyance 5.3 Stress 5.4 Sleep disturbance 5.5 Learning disabilities 5.5.1 Cognitive development/school performance 5.5.2 Office/occupational 5.6 Emotional effects Chapter 6 Sound sources associated with negative effects 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Transportation sources 6.2.1 Roadway 6.2.2 Aircraft Fixed wing Rotary wing 6.2.3 Rail 6.3 Industry and utilities 6.3.1 Power plants 6.3.2 Wind farms 6.3.3 Electrical power systems 6.4 Personal/recreational sources 6.4.1 Firearms 6.4.2 Public performances 6.4.3 Toys/ personal . listening devices 6.4.4 Appliances/tools 6.5 Hums 6.6 Acoustic weapons Chapter 7 Positive effects of sound 7.1 Introduction 7.2 Music psychology 7.3 Sound therapies 7.4 Natural sources/soundscapes 7.5 Using sound to influence people Chapter 8 Sound control and regulation 8.1 Introduction 8.2 Sound control fundamentals 8.2.1 Absorption 8.2.2 Transmission control 8.2.3 Partial barriers 8.2.4 Cancellation 8.2.5 Control at the source 8.2.6 Control in the path between the source and listener 8.2.7 Control at the listener Acoustic privacy 8.3 Regulations and guidelines 8.3.1 Occupational 8.3.2 Environmental National Local 8.4 Current and future research Glossary Index .
• Publisher Details: Chichester, West Sussex : Wiley
• Publication Date: 2016
• Extent: 1 online resource, illustrations (black and white), 1 map (black and white)
• Subjects: 612.85; Hearing; Sound -- Physiological effect; Sound -- Psychological aspects
• Languages: English
• ISBNs: 9781118895689; 9781118895672
• Related ISBNs: 9781118895702
• Notes: Note: Includes bibliographical references and index.
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