Challenge
Gas turbines used in power generation emit extreme levels of noise through their exhaust system. One of the major sources is the noise that escapes through the walls of the ductwork used in the exhaust stacks. Controlling this noise is difficult so AAF are looking for a better understanding of how to build exhaust stacks in order to minimise noise breaking out of the ductwork.
Solution
The UTS Tech Lab team will develop a new fundamental understanding of how sound radiates from the circular and rectangular ductwork used in exhaust stacks. This will enable the team to build new computer models, which will then be validated in our laboratories. Using these models, we will optimise duct designs to lower noise radiation for gas turbine exhausts. The models can also be used for any application where the break out of noise from ductwork is considered to be a problem.
Duration
3 years
Academic team
Associate Professor Ray Kirby
Dr Paul Williams
Lab
Acoustics
Engagement model
Joint-funded project
Funding
ARC Linkage
AAF Ltd
Future applications
Gas turbines used in power generation
Pipelines used in oil and gas industries
Ventilation systems & HVAC applications
Area of expertise
Infrastructure, utilities & transport
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