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PMID: 21106136 Owner: NLM Status: In-Data-Review |
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Objective:To quantify the noise exposure received while driving a convertible automobile with the top open, compared with the top closed.Methods:Five different convertible automobiles were driven, with the top both closed and open, and noise levels measured. The cars were tested at speeds of 88.5, 104.6 and 120.7 km/h.Results:When driving with the convertible top open, the mean noise exposure ranged from 85.3 dB at 88.5 km/h to 89.9 dB at 120.7 km/h. At the tested speeds, noise exposure increased by an average of 12.4-14.6 dB after opening the convertible top.Conclusion:Driving convertible automobiles at speeds exceeding 88.5 km/h, with the top open, may result in noise exposure levels exceeding recommended limits, especially when driving with the convertible top open for prolonged periods. |
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A A Mikulec; S B Lukens; L E Jackson; M N Deyoung |
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Type: Journal Article Date: 2010-11-25 |
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Title: The Journal of laryngology and otology Volume: 125 ISSN: 1748-5460 ISO Abbreviation: J Laryngol Otol Publication Date: 2011 Feb |
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Created Date: 2011-01-26 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 8706896 Medline TA: J Laryngol Otol Country: England |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 121-5 Citation Subset: AIM; IM |
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Department of Otolaryngology, St Louis University School of Medicine, Missouri, USA. |
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