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A landmark article on nonlinear time-domain modeling in musical acoustics
Gary Scavone1, Julius O Smith2
1Computational Acoustic Modeling Laboratory, Schulich School of Music, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec H3A 1E3 Canada.
The Journal of the Acoustical Society of America
|September 2, 2021
Summary
This series revisits impactful historical articles from The Journal of the Acoustical Society of America. It highlights key contributions to the science and practice of acoustics.
Area of Science:
- Acoustics
- Sound Science
- Vibrational Mechanics
Background:
- The Journal of the Acoustical Society of America (JASA) has a long history of publishing significant research.
- Understanding the historical trajectory of acoustics is crucial for current and future advancements.
Purpose of the Study:
- To curate and analyze seminal articles from JASA's archives.
- To assess the lasting impact of these articles on the field of acoustics.
Main Methods:
- Review of historical publications in JASA.
- Selection of articles based on citation impact and influence on acoustic principles.
- Analysis of the scientific and practical implications of selected works.
Main Results:
- Identification of foundational studies that shaped acoustic theory.
- Demonstration of how past research continues to inform contemporary acoustic applications.
- Highlighting the evolution of acoustic science and practice over time.
Conclusions:
- Historical research in acoustics provides essential context for modern studies.
- The "Reflections" series serves as a valuable resource for researchers and practitioners in acoustics.
- Key articles in JASA have demonstrably advanced the science and practice of acoustics.
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