What is it about?
To tackle the issue of urban noise pollution, creative solutions like acoustic windows and balconies have been introduced to lessen traffic noise while still providing natural airflow. This paper presents a physical kiosk featuring an acoustic window, paired with a Virtual Reality (VR) tool that enables stakeholders to experience the benefits of the acoustic window firsthand.
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Why is it important?
The rise of electric vehicles is expected to lower the noise level produced by each vehicle. However, the overall increase in the number of vehicles may counteract the advantages of these quieter options. As a result, it is essential to implement creative designs like acoustic windows and balconies to help lessen the negative effects of traffic noise. This paper discusses the use of hybrid VR and physical kiosks to engage stakeholders. It is expected that this digital transformation could lead to greater acceptance of innovative soundscape designs.
Perspectives
Writing this article has been an intriguing journal for my co-author and me as we explored the potential of a hybrid VR and physical kiosk to enhance stakeholder engagement. User feedback indicated that the kiosk is not just engaging but also a powerful tool for understanding environmental concepts and the principles of acoustic windows. Students especially enjoyed the game-like features, which offered a fun and hands-on way to learn about the functionality of acoustic windows.
Professor W.M. To
Macao Polytechnic University
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This page is a summary of: Hybrid VR and physical kiosks for soundscape design in urban planning, January 2024, Acoustical Society of America (ASA),
DOI: 10.1121/2.0001996.
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