Urban Forest Acoustics

• Main Author: Bucur, Voichita (Author)
• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Berlin, Heidelberg : Springer Berlin Heidelberg, 2006.
• Subjects: Environment.; Forestry management.; Forest products.; Acoustics.; Environmental management.; Noise control.; Pollution.; Pollution, general.; Noise Control.; Environmental Management.; Forestry Management.; Wood Science & Technology.

In general, trees are viewed as admired symbolic individuals, producing rec- ational, spiritual and emotional rejuvenation. Their lifespan can far exceed that of humans. Planting a tree is a singular act of faith in the future, c- ating a legacy for the community members who will follow. The presenc...

Table of Contents:

• Noise in Urban Forest
• Tree Characteristics and Acoustic Sensors
• Noise Attenuation with Plant Material
• Traffic Noise Abatement
• Noise Abatement and Dwellings
• Noise, Birds and Insects in Urban Forest Environment
• Acoustics for Fire Control in Forest
• Economic Aspects.