ASTM-E1123:2009 Edition

ASTM E1123

Scope

1.1 These practices describe test specimen mountings to be used for naval and marine ship applications during sound transmission loss tests performed in accordance with Test Method E 90.

1.2 The structure specified in these practices is intended for mounting of single-layer treatments or composite treatments consisting of various materials and configurations. Acoustical treatment materials may be combinations of acoustical absorbent materials, limp mass septums, and insulation materials.

1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values in parentheses are for information only.

1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

Keywords

bulkhead; marine acoustical applications; sound transmission loss; Acoustical tests; Bulkheads; Mounting test specimens; Shipbuilding materials (general); Sound absorbing/insulating materials/applications; Specimen preparation (for testing)–sound transmission studies

ICS Code

ICS Number Code n/a

DOI: 10.1520/E1123-86R09