New Yorker's could soon be getting a database that tells them just how noisy their particular neighborhood is. According to a report by CBS New York, City Councilwoman Margaret Chin’s bill would require the installation of devices by the city’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that … [Read more...]
New York City’s Answer to Rising Noise Pollution
The Need for Reduced Construction Noise
Construction is a necessary and useful part of everyday modern life. And though we benefit from the finished projects, the noise generated during the construction phase can be a huge issue. Whether you are sleeping, working, or trying to study, construction noises can prevent you from doing what you … [Read more...]
The World’s Loudest: A Title No Self-Respecting Manhole Wants
Noise pollution causes unnecessary stress and tension every day, but if you think your neighborhood is bad, you’ve never been to Kent, England. Kent is home to what the locals call “the world’s loudest manhole,” where the residents from up to half a mile away can hear cars driving over it. Noise … [Read more...]
Can Noise Pollution Harm Infants?
Noise pollution is receiving a lot of attention recently. As we learn more about the negative effects, it is becoming apparent that many of the sounds of our society are harmful, especially to children and babies. To truly understand the effects of noise pollution, there are a few elements you … [Read more...]
How Do Our Ears Hear Sound?
There are three main parts to the ear that allow us to hear the noises we do: The outer ear, the middle ear, and the inner ear. Here are the roles of each part of the ear. The Outer Ear The outer ear is the part of the ear that you can see. The outer ear provides more than just decoration – it … [Read more...]