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A war of coefficients or a meaningless wrangle over practical unessentials?
Jamilla Balint1, Michael Vorländer1
1Institute for Hearing Technology and Acoustics, RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, Germany.
The Journal of the Acoustical Society of America
|October 2, 2021
Summary
This series revisits impactful historical acoustics research 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
- Vibration Analysis
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 review and highlight seminal articles from JASA's archives.
- To assess the lasting impact of these articles on the field of acoustics.
Main Methods:
- Selection of historically significant articles based on citation impact and influence.
- Analysis of the core findings and methodologies presented in the selected articles.
Main Results:
- Identification of key research papers that have shaped acoustic theory and application.
- Demonstration of the evolution of acoustic science and practice over time.
Conclusions:
- The "Reflections" series provides valuable insights into the foundational work in acoustics.
- Archival research in acoustics continues to inform contemporary scientific and practical endeavors.
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