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This paper presents FEM models of acoustic soundboards, including a simplified rectangular plate and an acoustic guitar soundboard. The study validates the models through experimental measurements. Results indicate that FEM modeling and measurement systems can optimize workflow in instrument manufacturing. The research investigates the importance of wood's anisotropic properties in simulations and its impact on designing bracing patterns and analyzing resonances. The paper also explores alternative bracing patterns and their impact on instrument performance. Future research aims to include the guitar’s body in the model and to improve the accuracy of the predictions.
11 September 2025
Auditorium Acoustics 2025
08 September 2025, 09:00 AM
The IOA continues to broaden its reach to the wider acoustics and acoustics-related communities as well as the public.
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New report from the UK Parliament Culture, Media and Sport Committee found that noise complaints are contributing to the loss of grassroots music venues
If you're planning to attend Inter-Noise 2022 in Glasgow from 21-24 August, be sure to join our conference social and ceilidh (a bargain at just £20)
Senior Members Group Webinar: Acoustic Horizons Advancing in Sensing, Materials & Education
New research is being conducted as part of the Cadenza Project, which seeks to develop measures of audio quality for music for people with hearing loss.
The Acoustics Bulletin for March/April 2025 highlights the Institute of Acoustics' (IOA) initiatives, including progress towards chartered status, noise research projects, and the upcoming release of a new website. It also covers key topics such as the revised BS 8233 standard, the activities of the IOA's various groups, and news updates.
01 March 2025
The International Year of Sound (IYS2020) is organized by ICA (International Commission of Acoustics) and it follows naturally as an important contribution to the UNESCO Charter of Sound
Dear all, In a typically British way in the face of adversity a group of us have got together to form an alliance we are calling the Events Revival Alliance.
As the Wimbledon 2017 finals approach this weekend, it’s the time of year to revisit the annual debate: to grunt or not to grunt?
As you know, the International Year of Sound has been extended to 2021 and the deadlines for participating in the Students Competition have been postponed as well.