Vhon Aldrich R.

Pilapil April 26, 2023

DECET 1-2 CABRERA, ROEL

Seatwork No. 3

Answer the following questions

1. Determine the SPL of jet engine as heard from 100 yards. Show your solution.

2. If the SPL is 54 dB, determine the sound pressure in Pascals. Show your solution

Sound Pressure (Pa) = 10^((SPL - SPL0) / 20) * Pref

Where:
SPL is the given sound pressure level (54 dB in this case)
SPL0 is the reference sound pressure level (usually 0 dB or the threshold of hearing, which corresponds
to 20 μPa)
Pref is the reference sound pressure (20 μPa)

Applying the formula:

Sound Pressure (Pa) = 10^((54 - 0) / 20) * 20 μPa

= 10^(54 / 20) * 20 μPa
= 10^(2.7) * 20 μPa
≈ 501.19 μPa or 0.50119 Pa (approximately)
Therefore, the sound pressure in Pascals is approximately 0.50119 Pa.

3. Determine the standard sound pressure in Pascals. Show your solution.

The standard sound pressure in Pascals (Pa) is typically defined as the reference sound pressure level
(SPL0) at 0 dB, which corresponds to the threshold of hearing. The threshold of hearing is commonly
considered to be 20 μPa (micropascals).
4. Compare the sound propagation in outdoor and indoor.

Sound propagation in outdoor and indoor environments differs due to various factors. Here are some
key points of comparison:

Outdoor Sound Propagation:

Sound waves in outdoor environments can propagate over long distances without significant obstacles.
Sound can be affected by atmospheric conditions such as temperature, humidity, wind speed, and wind
direction.
Outdoor environments generally have fewer reflective surfaces, leading to less sound reflection and
increased sound attenuation.
Indoor Sound Propagation:

Sound waves in indoor environments can be reflected, absorbed, or transmitted by various objects,
surfaces, and materials.
Reflections from walls, floors, and ceilings can result in echoes and reverberation, affecting sound
quality.
Enclosed spaces can trap sound energy, leading to higher sound levels and longer reverberation times.
Overall, sound propagation in outdoor environments tends to be more open, with less reflection and
attenuation, while indoor environments introduce more complex acoustic interactions that can affect
sound quality and behavior.