User's Guide for the Sound Intensity Prediction System (SIPS) as Installed at the Naval Exposure Ordnance Disposal Technology Division (NAVEODTECHDIV)

Abstract

Abstract : The Sound Intensity Prediction System (SIPS) is a noise-complaint management tool for range commanders to help control the impact of noise from explosive operations on surrounding communities. SIPS uses acoustic ray-tracing techniques to predict areas of sound intensification and reduction caused by atmospheric refraction. The predictions coupled with operational procedures allow for a `GO' or NO GO decision. SIPS has been used at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) since 1975, and at other DoD installations as well. This report is a user's guide for one of the other DoD installations: the Naval Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division (NAVEODTECHDIV) located in Stump Neck, Maryland. Each DoD installation has unique input, output and procedural requirements. This guide assists NAVEOD users with the operation and interpretation of their Version 1.1 SIPS.