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Advances in the acoustics of flow ducts and mufflers

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This review paper deals with advances made in the last two decades in the acoustics of flow ducts for heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (hvac) systems and engine mufflers. The context, concepts, methods used and results have been highlighted. Frequency-domain one-dimensional analysis of reflective mufflers has been emphasized because of its basic importance and wide application. Finally, problems needing further research have been identified.

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Munjal, M.L. Advances in the acoustics of flow ducts and mufflers. Sadhana 15, 57–72 (1990). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02760468

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