1. Sound Level Meter (SLM): It is used for measuring sound pressure levels (SPL) in decibels (dB) and is widely used in architectural acoustics.
2. Acoustic Camera: It uses an array of microphones to visualize the noise source, allowing designers to locate and mitigate sound issues.
3. Reverberation Time (RT) Measurement: It involves measuring the time it takes for a sound to decay 60 dB after the sound source is turned off. Reverberation time is used to determine the suitability of a room for certain activities such as music performances, speeches, etc.
4. Frequency Analysis: It is used to identify the frequencies of the sound sources, and to determine their contribution to overall noise levels. This can be useful in designing a suitable acoustic treatment for the space.
5. Sound Intensity Measurement: It measures the rate of energy flow of sound waves and determines the direction of sound propagation.
6. Transfer Function Measurement: It is used to determine the acoustic properties of a room, such as its absorption, reflection, and diffusion characteristics.
7. Auralization: It uses computer simulations to create virtual soundscapes, allowing designers to simulate the acoustic properties of a space before it has even been built.
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