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Outdoor-to-indoor sound propagation models for noise exposure studies. New metrics for outdoor and indoor noise exposure related to mental health
Level of evidence Suggestive evidence, literature reviews, evidence based on theory and linked conceptual models. Approach Propagation models are based on measurements at 49 locations in the UK (dwellings) in Greater London and one location in Eindhoven. Findings Most studies on noise exposure and health outcomes use outdoor noise levels (derived from noise maps), rather than indoor levels, where children spend most of their time. We developed sound propagation models f
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Jan 152 min read


Innovative noise modelling
This tool implements an open-source road-transport noise modelling approach based on the CNOSSOS-EU methodology. The model estimates residential noise exposure using harmonised spatial datasets and is designed to be applicable across different geographical contexts within the Equal-Life project. It focuses on modelling noise exposure at building façades, including maximum, minimum, and variability of exposure around dwellings. Purpose of the tool: The purpose of the tool is t
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Jan 71 min read


Open Fast Traffic Sound (OFTS)
This tool uses machine learning to rapidly estimate road traffic noise exposure indicators from open data, capturing both average levels and temporal variability of urban noise. Purpose of Tool: Creating road traffic noise exposure maps is a time consuming endeavor. Gathering input data and setting up calculation models (e.g. EU-CNOSSOS) typical requires weeks to months of work. As it has been observed that the intermittent noise from residential streets is differently perc
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Nov 5, 20252 min read
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