Noise Emission and Abatement
Road traffic is regarded as one of the biggest sources of noise in urban areas and along main traffic routes. The AIT's acoustic specialists combine ultra-precise measurements taken on site with comprehensive simulations in order to model traffic-related noise emissions numerically. The results of measurements and simulations form the basis for the development of low-noise road surfaces and help manufacturers of noise protection elements to develop and infrastructure operators to implement effective noise protection measures along particularly noisy routes.
Road surfaces
Rolling noise and pass-by noise measurements for acoustic characterisation of road surfaces
Modelling and analysis of tyre-road surface interaction using sound field simulations
Noise barriers
Measurement and acoustic analysis of noise barriers in terms of effectiveness and long-term behaviour (Adrienne method)
Optimisation of noise barriers in terms of geometry, surface, materials and positioning using the latest simulation techniques
Forecasting of effectiveness of noise protection measures using sound field and sound propagation simulations
Other acoustic services
Approval certificates according to §31a Railway Act in the field of noise protection
Acoustic analyses within the scope of accreditation
Learn more about the project eVADER - Electric Vehicle Alert for Detection and Emergency Response.