Working Groups of the COST Action TU0901

WG1: Harmonized sound insulation descriptors and classification schemes in Europe

Common descriptors, classification schemes, legislation, enforcement, harmonization, rating and prediction methods (ISO and EN standards) for all member states in the fields of airborne and impact sound insulation of dwellings.

WG2: Subjective evaluation of sound insulation - Laboratory tests and harmonized field surveys

Collection and interpretation of research data in the participating countries about the social surveys and psychoacoustic evaluation of neighbour noise: annoyance, impact on health, quality of life, correlation with acoustic comfort.

WG3: Design and acoustic performance of building constructions for multi-storey housing

Collection and discussion of construction details and sound insulation data. Prepare a European database with traditional and innovative "robust" solutions for sound insulation of new dwellings and for improvement of existing dwellings.