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Introduction / mission
In the built environment, we are surrounded by sounds from natural and human sources. These can be pleasant and informative - but may also pose a serious threat to our health.
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Understanding sound and environmental noise to optimize acoustics in the built environment
Organisational profile
Building Acoustics (BA) is the acoustics research group of the Building Physics and Services (BPS) unit at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). The group strives to contribute to the reduction of adverse health effects caused by human induced noise, and to promote positively perceived sound environments. Research revolves around the continuous development of computational acoustics and experimental acoustic methods. These quantify the influence of the built environment on the propagation of sound from the sources to our ears.
The aim is to support fundamental research on the understanding of the mechanisms underlying the production, propagation and perception of sound in the built environment. Researchers and designers are provided with tools to integrate and optimize acoustics for a sustainable (re)design of the built environment and the technical innovations in it. The research connects to the TU/e strategic areas health and smart mobility.
Research revolves around three key areas, each divided into several fields.
Acoustics method:
- Computational methods: time-efficient wave-based methods for propagation and vibration
- Experimental methods: methods to measure impulse responses and transfer functions
Fundamental and strategic research:
- Propagation effects in urban environments: outdoor vegetation, meteorological effects, lighweight floor structures, building facades
- Auralization: research on virtual acoustics of indoor and outdoor environments as well as human echolocation
Tools for researchers and designers:
- Acoustic prediction software: open source tools to predict sound propagation with high accuracy
- Acoustic measurement software: indirect developer of commercial room acoustic measurement software
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Profiles
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Marc van Baelen
- Built Environment, Building Acoustics - University Researcher
Person: OWP : University Teacher / Researcher
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Bram Botterman
- Built Environment, Building Acoustics - University Researcher
Person: OWP : University Teacher / Researcher
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P.E. (Ella) Braat-Eggen
- Built Environment, Building Acoustics - University Researcher
Person: OWP : University Teacher / Researcher
Projects
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BE 2022-1955419 Burgermeetnetwerk Groene Hart
Hornikx, M. C. J. & de Vos, H. P. J. C.
1/05/22 → 30/04/24
Project: Research direct
Research output
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Extended reacting boundary modeling of porous materials with thin coverings for time-domain room acoustic simulations
Wang, H. & Hornikx, M. C. J., 31 Mar 2023, In: Journal of Sound and Vibration. 548, 17 p., 117550.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Academic › peer-review
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In situ PU-based characterization of sound absorbing materials for room acoustic modeling purposes
Briere de la Hosseraye, B. G. J., 17 Feb 2023, Eindhoven: Eindhoven University of Technology. 190 p.Research output: Thesis › Phd Thesis 1 (Research TU/e / Graduation TU/e)
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The Effects of Noise on Cognitive Performance and Helplessness in Childhood: A Review
Dohmen, M., Braat-Eggen, E., Kemperman, A. & Hornikx, M., Jan 2023, In: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 20, 1, 20 p., 288.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
Open AccessFile1 Citation (Scopus)9 Downloads (Pure)
Datasets
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Human Echolocators Have Better Localization Off Axis
Thaler, L. (Creator), Norman, L. J. (Creator), de Vos, H. P. J. C. (Creator), Kish, D. (Creator), Antoniou, M. (Creator), Baker, C. J. (Creator) & Hornikx, M. C. J. (Creator), SAGE Journals, 15 Jun 2022
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Prizes
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Best poster award at the 12th International Workshop on Railway Noise (IWRN12)
Van hoorickx, Cédric (Recipient), 2016
Prize: Other › Career, activity or publication related prizes (lifetime, best paper, poster etc.) › Scientific
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PhD fellowship of the Research Foundation Flanders (FWO Vlaanderen)
Van hoorickx, Cédric (Recipient), 2013
Prize: Other › Fellowships & memberships › Scientific
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Young Professionals Award
Van hoorickx, Cédric (Recipient), 2018
Prize: Other › Career, activity or publication related prizes (lifetime, best paper, poster etc.) › Scientific
Activities
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Acoustic metamaterials and their potential in the built environment
Jieun Yang (Speaker)
Apr 2022Activity: Talk or presentation types › Invited talk › Scientific
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Environmental Noise and Children's Mental Health and Cognition: the Application of the Exposome Concept
Maud E. Dohmen (Speaker)
16 Dec 2021Activity: Talk or presentation types › Invited talk › Scientific
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Health Effects of Environmental Noise and the Application of Time-Activity-Patterns
Maud E. Dohmen (Speaker)
17 Jun 2021Activity: Talk or presentation types › Invited talk › Scientific
Press/Media
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Recent Findings from Eindhoven University of Technology Highlight Research in Public Health (The Effects of Noise on Cognitive Performance and Helplessness in Childhood: A Review)
20/01/23
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Expert Comment
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Eindhoven University of Technology Researchers Focus on Public Health (Noise Indicators Relating to Non-Auditory Health Effects in Children-A Systematic Literature Review)
Maud E. Dohmen & Michail Terzakis
22/12/22
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Expert Comment
Student theses
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2-channel mono playback in cinema and room in room acoustics: the effect of direct field interference on playback quality of diffuse-field recordings
Author: Wittebol, W., 31 Aug 2018Supervisor: Hak, C. C. J. M. (Supervisor 1), Hornikx, M. C. J. (Supervisor 2) & Wenmaekers, R. H. C. (Supervisor 2)
Student thesis: Master
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A design of an omnidirectional sound source used for impulse response measurements
Author: Houterman, T. H. M., 28 Apr 2020Supervisor: Hornikx, M. C. J. (Supervisor 1), Hak, C. C. J. M. (Supervisor 2) & Lautenbach, M. (External person) (External coach)
Student thesis: Master
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A research methodology for outdoor lighting: obstacle detection in the field: Research on how to design a valid methodology to investigate obstacle detection for pedestrians under different lighting conditions in a real-life setting
Author: de Lange, A. A. J., 30 Aug 2022Supervisor: van Duijnhoven, J. (Supervisor 1), Valkenburg, A. C. (Supervisor 2) & Hornikx, M. C. J. (Supervisor 2)
Student thesis: Master
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