The interior noise levels of existing helicopters are discussed along with an ongoing experimental program directed towards reducing these levels. Results of several noise and vibration measurements on Langley Research Center's Civil Helicopter Research Aircraft are presented, including measurements taken before and after installation of an acoustically-treated cabin. The predominant noise source in this helicopter is the first stage planetary gear-clash in the main gear box, both before and after installation of the acoustically treated cabin. Noise reductions of up to 20 db in some octave bands may be required in order to obtain interior noise levels comparable to commercial jet transports. (Author)


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    Title :

    A Study of Helicopter Interior Noise Reduction


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    Publication date :

    1975


    Size :

    8 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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