Numerical investigation on an array of Helmholtz resonators for the reduction of micro-pressure waves in modern and future high-speed rail tunnel systems
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Author(s)
Tebbutt, JA
Vahdati, M
Carolan, D
Dear, JP
Type
Journal Article
Abstract
Previous research has proposed that an array of Helmholtz resonators may be an effective method for suppressing the propagation of pressure and sound waves, generated by a high-speed train entering and moving in a tunnel. The array can be used to counteract environmental noise from tunnel portals and also the emergence of a shock wave in the tunnel. The implementation of an array of Helmholtz resonators in current and future high-speed train-tunnel systems is studied. Wave propagation in the tunnel is modelled using a quasi-one-dimensional formulation, accounting for non-linear effects, wall friction and the diffusivity of sound. A multi-objective genetic algorithm is then used to optimise the design of the array, subject to the geometric constraints of a demonstrative tunnel system and the incident wavefront in order to attenuate the propagation of pressure waves. It is shown that an array of Helmholtz resonators can be an effective countermeasure for various tunnel lengths. In addition, the array can be designed to function effectively over a wide operating envelope, ensuring it will still function effectively as train speeds increase into the future.
Date Issued
2017-04-25
Date Acceptance
2017-04-12
Citation
Journal of Sound and Vibration, 2017, 400, pp.606-625
ISSN
1095-8568
Publisher
Elsevier
Start Page
606
End Page
625
Journal / Book Title
Journal of Sound and Vibration
Volume
400
Copyright Statement
© 2017 The Authors. Published by Elsevier Ltd. This is an open access article under a Creative Commons Attribution Licence 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
Sponsor
EPSRC and HS2
Grant Number
Voucher: 12440233
Subjects
Science & Technology
Technology
Acoustics
Engineering, Mechanical
Mechanics
Engineering
Non-linear acoustics
Shock-capturing schemes
Train-tunnel aero-acoustics
Micro-pressure waves
Optimization
NONLINEAR ACOUSTIC-WAVES
CONSERVATION-LAWS
SCHEMES
BALLAST
TRAINS
TUBE
02 Physical Sciences
09 Engineering
Publication Status
Published