Urban Rhapsody: Large‐scale exploration of urban soundscapes
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DOI: 10.1111/cgf.14534
Abstract: Noise is one of the primary quality‐of‐life issues in urban environments. In addition to annoyance, noise negatively impacts public health and educational performance. While low‐cost sensors can be deployed to monitor ambient noise levels at… read more here.
Keywords: rhapsody large; noise; urban soundscapes; exploration ... See more keywords
On timbre in urban soundscapes: The role of fountains
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DOI: 10.1121/1.4989238
Abstract: According to European Environmental Noise Directive (2002/49/EC, 25 June 2002), acoustical issues in urban planning are mostly treated in term of loudness. However, timbre of urban sound sources, including their spectral features but not only,… read more here.
Keywords: urban soundscapes; timbre urban; role fountains; soundscapes role ... See more keywords
Restorative Qualities of and Preference for Natural and Urban Soundscapes
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DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2017.01705
Abstract: Psychological restoration in urban agglomerations has become a growing challenge. Although scientific proof of the significance of nature is irrefutable, an increase in built-up areas has led to a decrease in urban greenery. Thus, a… read more here.
Keywords: sonic environments; restorative qualities; urban soundscapes; qualities preference ... See more keywords