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The Acoustic Properties of Common HVAC Plena.
The Acoustic Properties of Common HVAC Plena.
- Source :
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ASHRAE Transactions . 2004, Vol. 110 Issue 2, p597-606. 10p. - Publication Year :
- 2004
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Abstract
- The HVAC plenum is commonly applied as a means to reduce problematic low-frequency noise produced by mechanical equipment in ducted systems. The predicted acoustical performance has been derived from an earlier investigation (Wells 1958). This early work did not focus on low-frequency performance, the effects of wall linings, or typical geometric variables. Through the ASHRAE-sponsored research project RP-1026, conducted by Vibro-Acoustics®, rigorous testing enabled the identification of comprehensive attenuation properties for common HVAC plena. A two-stage prediction approach resulted, which applies an improved version of the Wells equation for mid- to high-frequency attenuation (5000 Hz upper frequency limit), quantified as a transmission loss (TL), and a surface area and wall characteristic model for the critical low-frequency TL (50 Hz lower frequency limit). This method has improved the prediction accuracy of flow-through type HVAC plena with a volume range of 20-1100 ft³ (0.5-30 m³). In addition, this work has identified acoustical effects for seven different wall-lining systems and typical geometric variables, such as opening offsets, opening ratio variables, and multiple openings. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00012505
- Volume :
- 110
- Issue :
- 2
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- ASHRAE Transactions
- Publication Type :
- Conference
- Accession number :
- 15565164