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ERIC ED024212: A Guide to Airborne, Impact, and Structure Borne Noise--Control in Multifamily Dwellings.

The control of noise on buildings is discussed extensively in this document, incorporating a broad range of criteria appropriate for isolating air borne, impact, and structure-borne noise associated with residential construction. Subject areas include--(1) noise types, sources, and transmission, (2) general principles of noise control, (3) principles for controlling different types of noise, (4) practical solutions to controlling building noise, and (5) development of criteria for evaluating noise control. Special details include a glossary of terminology, international sources of noise control criteria, and sound insulation data for wall and floor-ceiling construction. A bibliography is also included. Numerous drawings, diagrams and charts accompany the report. (MM)

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