Recommendation for a Standard Rolling Noise Machine

TL;DR

This paper proposes a standard rolling noise machine to enable consistent measurement and comparison of rolling noise in building acoustics, complementing existing impact noise standards.

Contribution

It introduces a novel concept for a standardized rolling noise device, aiming to facilitate uniform evaluation of rolling noise in building design.

Findings

Proposal for a standard rolling noise machine

Potential to improve building noise regulation

Encourages further development and discussion

Abstract

In the world of building acoustics, a standard tapping machine has long existed for the purpose of replicating and regulating impact noise. However there still exist other kinds of structure-borne noise which could benefit from being considered when designing a building. One of these types of sources is rolling noise. This report details a proposal for defining a standard rolling noise machine. Just as the standard tapping machine can be used in any building and on any surface as a way of characterizing and comparing the performance of various floors with respect to impact noise, the development of a standard rolling device would enable the same evaluation and comparison to be made with respect to rolling noise. The hope is that such a prototype may serve as a launch pad for further development, spurring future discussion and criticism on the topic by others who may wish to aid in the pursuit of a truly standardized rolling noise machine.