Pipe organs are an important element of acoustic performance and usage of concert hall, considered as one of indicators of classical music hall. However, only limited numbers are installed or planned for local concert halls. Therefore, in order to investigate the influence of the pipe organ to the concert hall and compare with variable acoustic equipment, acoustic parameters were measured and evaluated in conditions without the pipe organ and after installation. Moreover, acoustic parameters according to acoustic variable equipment were measured and evaluated to figure out an impact on acoustic performance. The result indicates that differences of parameters according to the presence of the pipe organ were, 0.66 sec in reverberation time (RT), 0.1 in bass ratio (BR), 0.66 sec in early decay time(EDT), 2.18dB in clarity (C80), 0.12dB in strength(G), and 0.16 in lateral energy fraction(LFC). Differences of acoustic parameters due to acoustic variable equipment were 0.86 sec in reverberation time(RT), 0.09 in bass ratio(BR), 0.78 sec in early decay time(EDT), 0.64dB in clarity(C80) and 2.34dB in strength(G).

Marine mines are placed in major ports with high cargo volumes and military ports where naval vessels are anchored, and can pose a significant obstacle to naval operations. Thus, minesweeping is a very important operation to open up sea route for warships and merchant ships to enter and exit easily. This paper describes the design and testing of underwater speaker for sweeping acoustic mines. In order predict the performance of the underwater speaker, an acoustic analysis was performed with a unit force of 1N applied to the diaphragm. Then, the driving force and displacement were calculated to satisfy the target performance. Since acoustic testing using microphones can generate undesirable noise sources under anechoic conditions, the results of accelerometer measurements were converted to source levels to predict the results. During the land tests, a laser displacement sensor was simultaneously used to verify the validity of the accelerometer measurement results. Finally, marine testing confirmed that the full-frequency sound pressure levels of the underwater speaker satisfied the target performance.

본 연구는 중국어 화자의 음성 처리 과정에서 지각과 산출이 어떻게 상호작용하 며, 음절 내 음향 단서들이 어떤 방식으로 통합되어 실현되는지를 실험적으로 규명 하고자 하였다. 이를 위해 표준중국어의 /p/–/pʰ/ 자음을 네 가지 성조 조건에서 제 시하여 지각 및 산출 실험을 수행하였다. 지각 실험에서는 성조의 시작 주파수(F₀)가 자음의 기식성(VOT) 지각에 영향을 미쳤으며, 산출 실험에서는 유기음 뒤의 시작 F₀ 가 더 높게 실현되는 경향이 관찰되었다. 이는 음향 단서들이 지각과 산출 과정 모 두에서 상호작용하며 통합적으로 실현됨을 보여준다. 본 연구는 성조 언어의 음향 단서 통합 양상을 실험적으로 분석함으로써 음성 이론뿐 아니라 중국어 교육 및 음 성 기술에도 실용적 기초를 제공한다.

The Indian Ocean is the second-largest tuna fishing ground in the world, accounting for approximately 1.2 million tonnes (23%) of the estimated 5.2 million tonnes of global commercial tuna catch in 2023. This study examined the relationship between tuna catches, specifically skipjack, bigeye, and yellowfin tunas, and prey biomass (Nautical Area Scattering Coefficient, NASC) estimated from acoustic surveys conducted in the southwestern Indian Ocean from 20 April to 15 May 2019. Environmental variables were derived from the Copernicus Ocean Model, and tuna length data from the IOTC. The estimated total tuna catch in the study area was approximately 166,400 tonnes, with the northwestern region showing the highest catches and NASC values. Tuna catches increased with NASC; however, the relationship was non-linear. While skipjack showed no significant correlation with NASC, bigeye and yellowfin tunas exhibited weak but significant positive correlations. Environmental analysis revealed that the northern waters had high surface temperatures, low salinity, and low oxygen levels, with mid and deep layers characterized by low temperature, salinity, oxygen, and chlorophyll. These findings offer a foundation for understanding tuna distribution in relation to prey and environmental conditions, highlighting the need for future species- and fishery-specific studies to support sustainable tuna resource management.

This study aimed to measure the in-situ target strength (TS) of the moon jellyfish (Aurelia aurita) using a 200 kHz scientific echo sounder in a natural coastal environment. The acoustic survey was conducted in the coastal waters of Soho Port, Yeosu, Korea, from June 4 to 5, 2024. TS measurements were performed by installing the transducer in both horizontal and vertical orientations, and the TS distribution characteristics were analyzed. The measured TS values ranged from -89.8 to -64.8 dB in the horizontal direction and from -90.0 to -59.1 dB in the vertical direction, showing no significant difference between detection orientations (p<0.05). Additionally, a bell diameter-wet weight relationship for Aurelia coerulea was derived based on the specimens collected at the survey site. The empirical TS model proposed by Mutlu (1996) was applied to estimate TS values using the measured morphological data, and the results exhibited a similar trend to the field-measured TS distribution. These findings provide fundamental data for acoustic monitoring and stock assessment of jellyfish populations in natural environments.

In 2013, Imsil Pilbong Culture Village installed a dome-shaped membrane structure off a ceiling of an outdoor performance hall in order to support performances under bad climate condition. However, sound energy during the performance is collected under the dome structure and bounced back to the stage, which produces mixed acoustic which causes a serious acoustic defects. So, in this study, in order to improve the acoustical performance of the outdoor performance hall in Korea Soriter, two sound performance improvements were proposed using sound simulation according to the installation suspension absorbers after identifying acoustic defects through field measurement. The results of study, the comparison between sound performance improvement test, sound pressure level (SPL500Hz) was 64.7dB at 69.0dB, the weighted sound level (SPLdB(A)) was 68.8dB(A) at 78.7dB(A), reverberation time (RT500Hz) was 1.28sec at 2.19sec, early decay time (EDT500Hz) was 1.48sec at 2.41 sec, definition (D50,500Hz) was 52.9% at 29.8%, clarity (C80.500Hz) was 2.2dB at -l.OdB, and RASTI was 584.4%(“Fair”) at 51.1%(“Fair”) was evaluated.

This study aimed to analyze the behavioral changes and stress responses of cultured leather carp (Cyprinus carpio nudus) for repeated noise exposure. The acoustic stimulus was composed of twenty sets of one second duration noise with an average noise of 147 dB, which was repeated every five minutes. The behavioral changes of the fish were analyzed immediately after noise exposure, three hours, six hours, twelve hours, 24 hours, and 48 hours later. The stress hormone response was also analyzed and compared through blood collection. It was confirmed that the fish were significantly affected by the noise stimulus and unable to be free or adapt to it untill the end of the experiment. The cortisol concentration was also the highest at 38.2 ug/dL after six hours; the glucose concentration did not decrease over time, indicating that stress was maintained and had a significant effect.

The design and implementation of acoustic metamaterials have garnered significant interest for their potential in noise and vibration reduction and control. However, the process of fabricating metamaterials is often perceived as challenging and confined to specialized fields. In this study, we aim to remove these barriers by demonstrating that it is possible to design and implement acoustic metamaterials using a simple array of commonly available PVC pipes. We designed and fabricated metamaterials using PVC pipe arrays and validated their performance through both numerical simulations and experimental testing. The experiments were conducted using standard audio equipment, and the results showed consistent trends with the numerical simulations. This research demonstrates that acoustic metamaterials can be effectively realized using accessible materials like PVC pipes, providing a practical approach to noise reduction and control.

Cu-Ti thin films were fabricated using a combinatorial sputtering system to realize highly sensitive surface acoustic wave (SAW) devices. The Cu-Ti sample library was grown with various chemical compositions and electrical resistivity, providing important information for selecting the most suitable materials for SAW devices. Considering that acoustic waves generated from piezoelectric materials are significantly affected by the resistivity and density of interdigital transducer (IDT) electrodes, three types of Cu-Ti thin films with different Cu contents were fabricated. The thickness of the Cu-Ti thin films used in the SAW-IDT electrode was fixed at 150 nm. As the Cu content of the Cu-Ti films was increased from 31.2 to 71.3 at%, the resistivity decreased from 10.5 to 5.8 × 10-5 ohm-cm, and the density increased from 5.5 to 7.3 g/cm3, respectively. A SAW device composed of Cu-Ti IDT electrodes resonated at exactly 143 MHz without frequency shifts, but the full width at half maximum (FWHM) values of the resonant frequency gradually increased as the Cu content increased. This means that although the increase in Cu content in the Cu-Ti thin film helps to improve the electrical properties of the IDT electrode, the increased density of the IDT electrode deteriorates the acoustic performance of SAW devices.

도시공원에서 발생하는 생물음향은 도시의 전반적인 소리 다양성을 높여 조화로운 음환경을 조성하고 사운드스케이 프의 균형을 유지시킨다. 그러나 현대 사회의 급속한 도시화 과정으로 인해 소음이 증가하면서 도시공원의 음환경이 지속적으로 악화되고 있다. 본 연구에서는 남산 도시자연공원을 대상으로 사운드스케이프를 분석함으로써 도시공원의 음환경을 모니터링할 수 있는 접근법을 제시하고자 하였다. 음향자료는 자율형 녹음장비를 이용하여 서울 남산도시공원 의 4개 시설지구에서 2021년 8월부터 1달간 연속으로 수집하여 총 2,784시간의 자료를 획득하였다. 또한 사운드스케이 프 변동성, 음향 다양성, 생물음향 발생정도, 그리고 인위적 소리에 의한 교란을 나타내는 음향지수(ACI, ADI, BI, NDSI)를 이용하여 각 지구에서 시간 흐름에 따른 사운드스케이프 특징을 비교하였다. 분석 결과, 생물음향 발생과 관련된 음향지수는 지역 간 차이를 보였으나 그 외 대부분의 지수는 인위적 소리의 영향으로 인해 유사한 패턴을 보였다. 특히, 생물활동이 높은 시간이라도 인간의 활동 또한 많은 시간대에는 지역별 차이가 좁혀졌다. 이를 통해 도시공원의 사운드스케이프 특징 분석을 위해서는 음향지수의 소리 반영 특성을 고려하고, 여러 지수를 함께 활용하는 복합적 접근법이 필요함을 확인하였다. 본 연구결과는 사운드스케이프 기반의 도시생태계 건강성을 평가하는 기초자료 를 제공하고 나아가 복잡한 도시공원의 음환경을 모니터링하는 데 활용 가능할 것으로 기대된다.

We presented foundational findings regarding the occurrence and acoustic characteristics of the finless porpoise through passive acoustic and visual surveys conducted on the southern coast of Korea, specifically at Hadong Jungpyeong Port. Over a survey period spanning from July 8 to August 16, 2023, totaling 40 days, we observed peaks in the number of clicks produced by this species on July 15, July 24, August 4, August 11, and August 16. The highest count, totaling 18,924 clicks, was recorded on July 15th, while the lowest count, at 3,888 clicks, occurred on August 8th. Examining the acoustic characteristics throughout the diurnal cycle, we found that the peak activity in terms of DPM (detection positive minute for one hour), DP10M (DPM for ten minutes), and overall number of click sounds was observed between 05:00 and 08:00, with a secondary peak occurring from 17:00 to 18:00. The quietest period was noted between 23:00 and 02:00. Furthermore, there was a significant increase in the number of clicks from sunrise, with the maximum count of 21,581 clicks recorded at 6 AM. This count gradually decreased until noon, experienced a slight increase thereafter, peaked again at sunset, and then declined. The dominant frequency mode of this species was 126 kHz, with a concentration ranging from 112 to 136 kHz. The average duration of a click sound was 127 ㎲, with approximately 16 sinusoids (cycles) within each click sound and an average cycle length of approximately 7.9 ㎲. These findings from our study are anticipated to serve as foundational data for the development of a Korean pinger and acoustic warning system.

Research has been conducted on acoustic metamaterials that control the transmission characteristics of reflected and refracted waves using phase delay by resonators. Using one-dimensional theory, the phase delay equations for the 1/4 wavelength and Helmholtz resonator are presented. These one-dimensional analysis results are compared with the results predicted by three-dimensional FEM. The advantages and disadvantages of 1/4 wavelength and Helmholtz resonator were confirmed in implementing phase delay. An acoustic metamaterial with a refraction angle of 30° was manufactured using multiple tubes and then the sound pressure distribution was measured. A relatively large sound pressure was measured at the target position of 30°, which was compared with the 3D FEM analysis results. Simulations confirmed that a phase delay range closer to 2π was more effective in refraction, but varying the number of resonators was found to have minimal impact on which additional research is needed for generalization.

In this study, the seasonal distribution was surveyed using acoustic in the coastal waters around nuclear power plants. Acoustic surveys were conducted in June, September, December 2022, and March 2023 in the coastal waters of Uljin-gun. According to the results of this study, zooplankton were distributed at the depths from 0 m to 50 m in the waters around nuclear power plants. Zooplankton appeared in summer (June), autumn (September), and spring (March). In the survey area, fish were distributed at the depths from 25 m to 190 m, appearing in the summer (June), autumn (September), winter (December) and spring (March). The SV of zooplankton appearing in the survey area ranged from -98.0 dB to -78.0 dB, and it exhibited a one-class in the frequency distribution of SV. The SV of fish appearing in the survey area ranged from -36.0 dB to -35.0 dB and -98.0 dB to -53.0 dB, and it exhibited two-class in the frequency distribution of SV.