Introduction to Acoustics, Finch

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Focusing both on the systems theory (modern information theory, the theory of stochastic processes, modern control theory, exploitation of nonlinearity, ....) and the engineering aspects of acoustics, this post-graduate/senior undergraduate book is appropriate for the introductory course in acoustics, besides being useful for courses in vibration transducers, acoustic radiation, noise control etc. The author emphasizes real-world applications while combining principles from both electrical and mechanical engineering, alongwith instrumentation and basic measurement techniques. From vibrations and linear systems to noise control and acoustic systems, the text encompasses both simple and complex real-world applications. KEY FEATURES Systems Theory — organized from simple to complex, enabling students to apply concepts and explore issues more intensively. Mathematical Treatment — offers detailed illustrations and explanations, thus reinforcing the importance of having a solid mathematical grasp of each topic. Flexible Presentation — although the book is aimed towards senior to graduate level engineering students, it is also a handy referencefor practicing engineers. Table Of Contents Preface Chapter 1 VIBRATION Chapter 2 LINEAR SYSTEMS Chapter 3 WAVES IN FLUIDS Chapter 4 PIPES AND HORNS Chapter 5 AUDIO FREQUENCY GENERATORS Chapter 6 SENSORS: MICROPHONES AND ACCELEROMETERS Chapter 7 PIEZOELECTRIC TRANSDUCERS Chapter 8 INSTRUMENTATION AND SIGNAL PROCESSING Chapter 9 BASIC ACOUSTIC MEASUREMENTS Chapter 10 PLANE WAVES IN LARGE ENCLOSURES Chapter 11 SERIES SOLUTIONS AND SCATTERING Chapter 12 VIBRATION OF STRUCTURAL ELEMENTS Chapter 13 PROPAGATION IN SOLIDS Chapter 14 DAMPING, ATTENUATION, AND ABSORPTION Chapter 15 NONLINEAR ACOUSTICS Chapter 16 NOISE CONTROL Chapter 17 ACOUSTIC SYSTEMS Appendices Index