Investigation of Exterior Noise Generated by Vehicles Traveling over Transverse Rumble Strips
Publication: Journal of Performance of Constructed Facilities
Volume 31, Issue 2
Abstract
This study focuses in the impact of vehicle speed, vehicle type, and transverse rumble strip (TRS) design on the sound pressure level perceived by drivers when they traverse a TRS. TRSs are commonly installed on approaches to toll plazas and at intersections, etc. The ability of a TRS to capture a driver’s attention is directly related to the magnitude of the sound and vibration. However, the traffic noise generated by TRS creates a problem for adjacent residences and businesses near the roadway. Thus, the aim of this study is to quantify the level of traffic noise and verify the effects of TRS shapes. The research team measured the exterior noise, inner noise, and vibration generated by three types of vehicles (sedan, minivan, and truck) traveling over four types of transverse rumble strip applications (Types A, B, C, and D) with speed range between 40 and . In general, the increase in the exterior noise generated was greater at than at and lower for a sedan than for a truck. Type A generated the highest exterior noise and Type C generated the highest inner noise. The sound level clearly changed according to TRS dimension such as shape, width, and length, etc. Type C showed the best performance with a lower sound pressure level, effective ability to alert the driver, and reduced complaints from adjacent residents after implementation on a highway road in Korea.
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Acknowledgments
This research was supported by a grant from the Strategic Research Project “Development of Traffic Noise Model and Evaluation Method” funded by the Korea Institute of Civil Engineering and Building Technology.
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Journal of Performance of Constructed Facilities
Volume 31 • Issue 2 • April 2017
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© 2016 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Received: Aug 12, 2015
Accepted: Jun 20, 2016
Published online: Aug 25, 2016
Discussion open until: Jan 25, 2017
Published in print: Apr 1, 2017
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