Ecophon Acoustic Bulletin

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By Ricardo Canto Leyton at 3:11 PM
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An observational study on staff multitasking and activities at two emergency departments in Sweden shows that clinical staff spend up to 42% of time on information exchange, most of which is face-to-face. This information exchange was also the activity that was most multitasked with other activities.

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By Sara Holmqvist at 3:23 PM
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If you are into sound, music and mathematics then this creative film will really tick all the boxes! Vi Hart describes herself as a recreational mathemusician - and visualises how our perception of music and sound are linked to our anatomy.

By Sara Holmqvist at 2:54 PM
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The new standard ISO 3382-3: Acoustics -- Measurement of room acoustic parameters -- Part 3: Open plan offices, has now officially been approved and moved on to publication stage 60.00 (2011-12-19), which categorises it as an international standard under publication.

The main points of this standard as experienced by Acoustic Bulletin, is the fact that reverberation time is not included, as it is not regarded as a trustworthy quality in open space environments. Instead qualities related to the distance the sound travels are introduced.

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By Ricardo Canto Leyton at 6:48 PM
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Researchers from UC Irvine’s Department of Otolaryngology measured the noise levels of two dozen popular toys in stores and purchased the 10 loudest for precise gauging in a soundproof booth at UC Irvine Medical Center. They found that all exceeded 90 decibels and several reached 100 or more, equivalent to the noise of a chain saw, subway train or power mower.

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By Ricardo Canto Leyton at 9:20 AM
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Daniel Västfjäll, Chalmers University in Sweden, is involved in a project where they study the connection between what we hear and what we see - regarding disturbing work related sounds.

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By Carsten Svensson at 12:15 PM
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Photo: Michael Halsband/PR

…..particularly “You Shook Me All Night Long”.
A fascinating discovery was done whilst conducting research into what kinds of music affect the behavior of Great White Sharks.

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By Carsten Svensson at 11:27 AM
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Do you need music for your productions? Epidemic Sound was founded in 2009. They provide the Epidemic Sound library - created with the sole purpose of being used in audiovisual productions.

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By Carsten Svensson at 10:29 AM
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By Ricardo Canto Leyton at 9:32 AM
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EAIS 2011 main lecture hall - photo by Martin Arvebro

The EIAS 2011 was a unique acoustics event held in Båstad in the south of Sweden. It was attended by around 160 people, mostly acousticians from around the world.

The feedback from the event was very positive and here is a brief glimpse of the EIAS 2011 event in a slide show.

Ecophon would like to thank all the speakers and delegates who participated and we look forward to the next one!

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By Colin Campbell at 11:18 AM
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Peter Rogers (Cole Jarman) - photo by Martin Arvebro

EIAS 2011 Workshop: Acoustics, sustainability and green buildings

Sustainability has become an underpinning principle of living. Sustainability does not only relate to recycling of materials and reduction of emissions but also acoustic quality matters. In this work shop we wanted to highlight the sustainability especially in relation to acoustics, and what role acoustics can play connected to green building certifications or ratings.

Presenters were René Gamba, Peter Rogers, Carsten Svensson and Jonas Skeppås.

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By Colin Campbell at 5:04 PM
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Lily Wang, Erika Ryherd, Kerstin Persson-Waye, James Whitlock, Claus Møller Petersen, Valtteri Hongisto and Andrew Parkin give their insights into their work and EIAS2011.

Interview with Lily Wang
Interview with Erika Ryherd
Interview with Kerstin Persson-Waye
Interview with James Whitlock
Interview with Claus Møller Petersen
Interview with Valtteri Hongisto
Interview with Andrew Parkin

By Ricardo Canto Leyton at 1:24 PM
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Claus Lynge Christensen (Odeon) - photo by Martin Arvebro

Room acoustic simulations and auralisation
Introduction text:
The aim of the workshop is to give the participants information on recent research in the field of room acoustic simulations and auralisations. The workshop will incorporate four key-note presentations that highlight interesting topics and applications in the field. The intension is that these presentations will inspire and engage to fruitful discussions during the workshop.

Moderator: Peter Svensson
Assistant moderator (Ecophon staff): Erling Nilsson
Opening lecture speaker (to all): Michael Vorländer
(Speakers in Work shop)
- Tapio Lokki
- Claus Lynge Christensen
- Peter Svensson
- Michael Vorländer

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By Colin Campbell at 5:01 PM
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Simon Smith (Sweyne Park School) - photo by Martin Arvebro

A workshop regarding open plan office acoustics was held at the Ecophon International Acousticians' Seminar, in Båstad, Sweden, Sept 22nd.

An opening lecture to introduce the workshop was "Acoustics in my School" (Essex Study) by Simon Smith - Learning Environments Manager, Sweyne Park School, Essex

A total of four presentations were held and discussed in the workshop that followed:

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By Colin Campbell at 4:52 PM
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Kerstin Persson-Waye (Gothenburg University) - photo by Martin Arvebro

The hospital gives acoustical challenges that affect both patients, staff and the hospital as a business facility. The aim of the workshop was to discuss the challenges of the hospital soundscape and how they can be addressed.

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By Sara Holmqvist at 3:15 PM
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