Title :
The significance of noise measurements
Author :
Pratt, Kenneth H.
Author_Institution :
General Elec. Co., West Lynn, Mass.
Abstract :
Dirt has been defined as being matter out of place; likewise noise may be regarded as misplaced sound. Sounds that are attractive musical notes under one circumstance may be distressingly annoying under other conditions. Present knowledge of noise and its effective control is summarized here.
Keywords :
Ear; Frequency measurement; Machinery; Noise; Noise measurement; Poles and towers; Vibrations;
Journal_Title :
Electrical Engineering
DOI :
10.1109/EE.1932.6430018
