Case Study:

Noise Monitoring and Acoustic Mapping at Motorcycle Racing

Precise Environmental Noise Monitoring and Acoustic Mapping with SV 307A and SvanNET

Acoustic Map

Introduction

From Real-Time Noise Monitoring to Strategic Acoustic Mapping

Motorcycle racing events produce highly variable and impulsive sound levels, often exceeding 120 dB. Beyond the excitement of competition, these acoustic emissions significantly impact the surrounding environment.
At Autodrom Biłgoraj, a comprehensive monitoring project was carried out to assess environmental noise during motorcycle races. Using the SVANTEK SV 307A Noise Monitoring Station connected to the SvanNET platform, real-time measurements were recorded and later used to develop acoustic maps illustrating the spatial distribution and intensity of noise in the area surrounding the racetrack.

Measurement Operator

The noise monitoring measurements and data analysis were conducted by Dr. Eng. Rafał Żuchowski from the Silesian University of Technology, specializing in environmental acoustics and noise assessment.
The collected data provided an accurate foundation for acoustic map preparation, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and deepening the understanding of how race events influence the local soundscape.

Challenge

Ensuring Reliable and Representative Data for Acoustic Mapping

Motorcycle noise is highly dynamic, influenced by factors such as engine speed, acceleration, and track conditions. At Autodrom Biłgoraj, the main challenge was to capture detailed sound level variations during racing sessions and monitor noise continuously in real time while ensuring validated data for model calibration. The collected results were then integrated into the acoustic mapping process to accurately visualize noise propagation across the surrounding area.

Noise Monitoring Station in operation at Autodrom Biłgoraj

Technology Used

High-Accuracy Class 1 Equipment for Environmental Noise Assessment and Acoustic Mapping

SV 307A Noise Monitoring Station

Expert Insight

Accurate On-Site Measurements Are Key to Effective Noise Control Strategies

“Accurate acoustic maps require precise and continuous measurement data.
The combination of SV 307A and SvanNET ensures high-quality datasets essential for environmental modeling, regulatory compliance, and the effective planning of noise protection measures.”

Dr. Eng. Rafał Żuchowski, Silesian University of Technology

Result

Continuous noise monitoring provided complete acoustic data coverage during motorcycle races.
SvanNET platform enabled real-time supervision and efficient data validation.
Measurement results were used to generate detailed acoustic maps, showing spatial noise distribution and exposure levels.
The project demonstrated the role of advanced monitoring systems in supporting scientific analysis and environmental noise management.
Noise measurement location displayed on the SvanNET map

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