Structured acoustic materials for mitigating low-frequencybroadband aircraft noise: transfer matrix method

Abstract

This study investigates, by numerical modeling, the mitigation of low-frequency broadband aircraft noise using a structured assembly of acoustic materials using the Transfer Matrix Method. The prevalence of low-frequency aircraft noise poses challenges to environmental sustainability and passenger comfort. The investigation focuses on an approach that employs strategically arranged structured acoustic materials to attenuate undesirable noise frequencies. The Transfer Matrix Method is used to model the acoustic behavior of the structured assembly, enabling a comprehensive analysis of sound transmission and absorption properties. This method supports the design and optimization of the assembly. The performance of the structured assembly to selectively attenuate low-frequency broadband noise is assessed through numerical simulations. The paper discusses implications for aircraft design, considering factors such as weight and cost. The benefits for environmental impact and passenger experience are also explored. Challenges and limitations in the implementation of structured acoustic materials are examined. The configuration studied presents an assembly of structured metamaterials arranged in series and in parallel which are integrated into a layer of glass wool. Present research contributes to the development of sustainable solutions for low-frequency aircraft noise. The structured assembly analyzed shows promise for significant noise reduction while considering practical constraints.