Fundamentals of Noise and Vibration Analysis for Engineers [Paperback]

Extensively updated edition of Norton's classic text on noise and vibration for students, researchers and engineers.In this second edition, Michael Norton's classic text has been extensively updated to take into account the latest developments in the field. The book treats both noise and vibration in a single volume, with particular emphasis on wave-mode duality and interactions between sound waves and solid structures. This is primarily a textbook for senior level undergraduate and graduate courses, but will also be a valuable reference for researchers and practicing engineers.In this second edition, Michael Norton's classic text has been extensively updated to take into account the latest developments in the field. The book treats both noise and vibration in a single volume, with particular emphasis on wave-mode duality and interactions between sound waves and solid structures. This is primarily a textbook for senior level undergraduate and graduate courses, but will also be a valuable reference for researchers and practicing engineers.Michael Norton's classic text has been extensively updated to include the latest developments in the field. The book's analysis of noise and vibration emphasizes wave-mode duality and interactions between sound waves and solid structures. Primarily a textbook for senior level undergraduate and graduate courses, the volume is also a valuable reference for researchers and practicing engineers. First Edition Hb (1990): 0-521-34148-5 First Edition Pb (1990): 0-521-34941-9Preface; Acknowledgements; Introductory comments; 1. Mechanical vibrations: a review of some fundamentals; 2. Sound waves: a review of some fundamentals; 3. Interactions between sound waves and solid structures; 4. Noise and vibration measurement and control procedures; 5. The analysis of noise and vibration signals; 6. Statistical energy analysis of noise and vibration; 7. Pipe flow noise and vibration: a case study; 8. Noise and vibration as a diagnostic tool; Probl£é