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THE SCIENCE AND APPLICATIONS OF ACOUSTICS - H. H. Arnold ...

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362 14. Machinery Noise ControlFigure 14.4. Three types of axial flow fans. (Harris, 1991, p. 41.3.)sound level, the data on sound power levels of the fan models under considerationshould be provided by the manufacturer. However, the manufacturer has no controlover the system design for the room, nor that of the acoustical nature of the roomand so cannot be responsible for the resultant noise level. If lower sound pressurelevels are required than that generated by even properly designed fans, then it maybe necessary to provide acoustic attenuators installed as an integral part of thefan assembly. Figure 14.5 shows a centrifugal fan with sound attenuators on boththe inlet and the outlet, which is used in the supply system of a central stationventilating system. A sound attenuator is fitted at the outlet to lessen the flow ofacoustic energy from the discharge of the air to the supply air ductwork.Specific Sound Power LevelSpecific sound power level is defined as the sound power level generated by aparticular fan operating at an air flow rate of 1 m 3 /s (2120 cfm) and at a pressure of

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