Noise Control

Challenges and Solutions for Large Scale Construction Noise Monitoring - Examples from HS2BBV

London Branch: 'AI for Acoustics: Analysis of amplitude modulation from wind turbines' - 22 May 2024

Joint North East & Yorkshire and Southern Branch Event, 'How do we develop a soundscape brief?' 25 June 2024

Heat Pump Noise in the Press

An article in The Guardian business pages today asks whether heat pumps can cause noise nuisance to neighbours.

July/August 2024

This bulletin discusses a variety of topics, including the Institute of Acoustics awards and a review of AI's role in acoustics. It also includes articles on wind turbine noise, managing construction noise, and the impact of residential development on venues. The publication provides updates on specialist groups and branch news, highlighting the diverse activities and initiatives within the field.

01 July 2024

Bio-inspired Acoustic Metamaterials

Small music venues - noise complaints contributing to closures

New report from the UK Parliament Culture, Media and Sport Committee found that noise complaints are contributing to the loss of grassroots music venues

Design of Bioinspired Structures for Noise and Vibration Control and Energy Harvesting

Wind Farm Noise Update Guidance Scoping Review

Midlands Branch

IOA expertise acknowledged in House of Lords

Last week IOA expertise on noise acknowledged in the House of Lords, as the Grand Committee discussed a report covering noise and health

Bill to reduce firework noise has first reading

The Labour MP for Bradford South, Judith Cummins, had tabled a Bill aimed at reducing the noise limit for fireworks from 120 decibels (dB) to 90 dB.

Innovative Viaduct Noise Barriers for Reducing Wind Load Demand on Foundations

London Branch hybrid evening meeting Innovative Viaduct Noise Barriers for Reducing Wind Load Demand on Foundations presentation by Wilson Ho, Wilson Ho and Associates Limited 18:00 – 19:00 at AECOM,