Noise Protection Measurement for More Quality of Life
FCP analyses the effectiveness of a permeable and power-generating noise barrier on behalf of the city of Vienna.
On the occasion of the international day against noise FCP focuses on the topic noise protection – with a current project which impressively shows how sustainable city development, innovation and health protection can interact.
On behalf of the municipal department 22 – environmental protection of the city of Vienna - FCP performed comprehensive sonic studies in the area of the slip road Altmannsdorfer Ast (A23). The objective of the project was to measure and document the actual impacts of a newly erected, permeable and power-generating noise barrier on neighbouring garden plots.
Main Focus. Infrastructure
Location. Vienna, Slip road Altmannsdorfer Ast
Client. City of Vienna, Municipal department, MA 22 – Environmental protection
Leistungen. Schalltechnische Erhebung der Bestandsgeräuschsituation
Participating CCs. Acoustics, Dynamics, Building Physics, Measurement & Instrumentation
In this connection not only noise emissions but also wind conditions, traffic density as well as the effects of the superimposed photovoltaic facility were integrated into the analysis – a holistic approach satisfying the high environmental and quality of life standards in the city of Vienna.
The measurements were performed at three defined points according to ÖNORM S 5004. For a realistic assessment of noise insulation, a complementary simulated passing with a loudspeaker was performed. Data analysis especially considered the times with comparable weather conditions and traffic volumes.
A special highlight of the project: The current measurement results are compared with those of a research project from the year 2012 where more than 300 different wall arrangements were simulated. Already then, our expert Thomas Tietze had had a leading role in the calculations – an excellent example for the close combination of continuous research and practical implementation.
Finally, the combination of noise protection and solar energy is a promising step up to a sustainable, resource-saving infrastructure.
Noise is far more than disturbing – it also represents a serious health risk. We would like to contribute with our work – for a quieter, healthier and more liveable city.
