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Sound Absorption Coefficient Data for Laboratory-Produced Sound-Absorbing Panels from Textile Waste

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: With the increasing demand for sustainable building materials, it has become essential to identify sustainable alternatives to conventional sound absorbers, particularly in the context of waste reduction and the circular economy. The aim of this study was to compile and describe a structured dataset of sound absorption coefficients for laboratory-produced panels made from recycled textile materials. Five types of panels were developed using cotton, polyester, wool, linen, and a mixed composition of textiles. A biopolymer binder was applied to ensure structural stability of the materials. Following careful sorting, shredding, and homogenization of the textile waste, test specimens were prepared and examined under controlled laboratory conditions. The sound absorption coefficients were measured using an AFD 1000 impedance tube in accordance with the ISO 10534-2 standard, across a frequency range from 6.25 to 6393.75 Hz. For each material, three repeated measurements were performed, and mean values were calculated to ensure accuracy and reliability. The resulting dataset contains structured values of sound absorption coefficients, which can be applied in building acoustics modeling, comparative studies with conventional insulation materials, and the development of new sustainable products. In addition, the data can be used in educational contexts and machine learning applications to predict the acoustic properties of recycled textile composites.

Source: Data

DOI: 10.3390/data10120199

Authors: Kristaps Siltumens, Inga Grinfelde, Raitis Brencis, Andris Paeglitis

Institution: Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies

Language: English

Topic: Acoustic Wave Phenomena Research

Subfield: Biomedical Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Responsible consumption and production

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,930