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Bar Harbor Soundscape Analysis

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Soundscape research is becoming more important throughout the world as increases in population and technology have introduced damaging sounds into the environment. The objective of this project was to determine the baseline ambient sound levels within Acadia National Park in Maine and compare those levels to a similar 2005 study done by the Department of Transportation. This was accomplished by utilizing modern day technologies capable of recording decibel and frequency levels. Results revealed similar overall decibel averages when compared to those of 2005, but significantly larger percentile readings, possibly suggesting an increase in sound levels since 2005. Furthermore, this study’s redesigned methodology left room for future expansion that the Park or future research teams can use.

  • This report represents the work of one or more WPI undergraduate students submitted to the faculty as evidence of completion of a degree requirement. WPI routinely publishes these reports on its website without editorial or peer review.
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  • E-project-080113-105130
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  • 2013
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  • 2013-08-01
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  • Bar Harbor
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