Use of noise mapping techniques in urban landscape design

Abstract

Noise, commonly defined as an unwanted sound, is an environmental problem to which human are exposed throughout their life. The transportation facilities that participate at the road service, the railroad traffic, and the air traffic are important sources of noise and vibrations. The noise and vibrations generated by them are extremely harmful both for travelers and drivers, and for the environment. In contrast to many other environmental problems, noise pollution continues to increase due to the industrial, social and transport development. Noise maps are one of these studies. These maps are a cartographic representation of the noise level distribution in a determined area and period of time. The aim of the study is to determine the traffic noise in Tekirdag - Hukumet Street and to investigate possible solutions to reduce the traffic noise. Noise levels are measured on 15 different points between mornings (8:00-9:00), noon (12:00-13:00) and evening (17:00-18:00) hours and the results are analysed statistically and also via Geographical Information System (GIS). © 2019, Scibulcom Ltd. All rights Reserved.