RBA- Acoustic prize goes to...

On the 17th March 2011 RBA Acoustics awarded the MSc Environmental and Architectural Acoustics prize to Daniel Flood. Dan's project was entitled, "Analysis and acoustic improvement to a live venue". Prize giving is on the 6th April 2011 when the cheque arrives! Well Done Dan!

Acoustic screens tested at the Royal Academy

On the 10th March 2011, the Masters students joined Dr Dance at the Royal Academy of Music. They spent the afternoon testing new zero footprint acoustic screens in the theatre's orchestra pit. Unfortunately, I only made the musicians play scales!

Our new audiometer

On the 3rd March 2011 the Acoustics Group completed the complete refurbishment of the audiometry facility. A new Amplivox CA850 v4 automated screen audiometer was installed in the second sound proof booth. The booth was tested using the acoustic camera for leaks, there were none!

Campbell Associates Give Demonstration

On 1st March 2011, John Campbell and Lee Bearman came in to show the Masters students a new gadget! The Acoustic Camera uses 225 MEMS microphone to record or measurement acoustic signals to create a virtual microphone. Excellent for detecting leaks or source identification. Thanks guys!

Steve to examine PhD candidate

In July 2011 Dr Dance will examine PhD candidate Rick Hughes in Salford. Rick's research is on volume diffusers. Should be interesting!

Bridget wins R W B Stephens Award

For 2011, Professor Shield has been awarded the Institute of Acoustics R W B Stephens Medal. This award was named after the first President of the Institute and is for outstanding contribution to acoustics research or education. Well done Bridget!

Georgia wins IOA Young Persons' Awards for Innovation

For 2011, Georgia Zepidou has been awarded the Institute of Acoustics Young Persons' Award for Innovation in Acoustical Engineering. The award is given in conjunction with IAC Ltd and is in recognition for excellence in acoustical engineering. The award includes a luxury weekend break in Milan, a cheque for £500, and a silver cup. Georgia is now writing up her research with the Royal Academy of Music and the London Philharmonic Orchestra. Enjoy Italy!