Sound Absorption Coefficient Calculator

Free calculate acoustic absorption coefficient from incident and absorbed sound energy. determine α = 1 - r for materials.

Input Parameters

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Results

Enter parameters to calculate absorption coefficient

Sound Absorption Coefficient Formula

From Energy

α = E_a / E_i

Where:

  • • α = absorption coefficient (0-1)
  • • E_a = absorbed energy
  • • E_i = incident energy

From Reflection

α = 1 - R

Where R is reflection coefficient

Typical Values

  • • Concrete: 0.02-0.1
  • • Carpet: 0.3-0.6
  • • Acoustic foam: 0.7-0.95

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