Traffic Noise Model (FHWA TNM), Version 1.0 (Completed 1998)

Performer(s): Volpe National Transportation Systems Center
Sponsor(s): FHWA

To order:

McTrans Center. University of Florida, 512 Weil Hall, P.O. Box 116585, Gainesville, FL 32611-6585;
Tel: 352-392-0378 x242; Fax: 352-392-3224; Email: Debbie@ce.ufl.edu;
URL: http://www.Mctrans.ce.ufl.edu.

Abstract

The FHWA Traffic Noise Model (TNM), Version 1.0, is a new-generation highway traffic noise prediction model. It calculates traffic noise levels using totally new acoustical algorithms, as well as newly-measured emission levels for five standard vehicle types, i.e., automobiles, medium trucks, heavy trucks, buses, and motorcycles. The calculations are based on one-third octave-band analysis and subsource heights for trucks. The package includes the software, a user’s guide, a technical manual, and CD-ROM trainer.