AES Amsterdam 2008
Tutorial T3
Saturday, May 17, 13:30 — 15:00
T3 - ABSORBERS AND DIFFUSERS
Presenter:
Trevor Cox, University of Salford - Salford, Greater Manchester, UK
Abstract:
Absorbers and diffusers are two of the main design tools for altering the acoustic conditions of rooms such as studios and auditoria, semi-enclosed spaces such as stadia and the outdoor environment. Absorbers also have a crucial role within loudspeaker enclosures and in the reduction of machinery noise. This tutorial will describe state-of-the-art designs for diffusers and absorbers, as well as touching on techniques for measuring and modeling these treatments. Surface diffusion is a relatively young subject area, and case studies will be drawn upon to show when are where diffusers can be used to improve conditions. Absorption is a more established technology, and yet new materials and techniques continue to be developed today, for instance driven by the need for more sustainable buildings.
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