DECIBEL Module
Optimise wind farm noise assessments
The DECIBEL module in windPRO offers a comprehensive solution for accurately calculating and managing the noise impact of wind farm projects. Designed to comply with various country-specific regulations, it enables interactive turbine layout adjustments and generates detailed documentation for stakeholders and authorities.
Turn down the noise, not the power
Interactive Noise Mapping
- Visualise noise propagation using iso-lines on maps to identify affected areas.
- Adjust turbine positions in real-time to optimise layouts for minimal noise impact.
Comprehensive Receptor Analysis
- Define noise-sensitive areas as points (e.g., buildings) or polygons (e.g., residential zones).
- Automatically identify the point of highest noise impact within defined areas.
Country-Specific Compliance
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Incorporates numerous national noise calculation models, including:
- ISO 9613-2:2024 (General, Germany, UK, France, Norway, Poland, Finland)
- Denmark's Environmental Guidelines (2024, including low-frequency noise and offshore noise)
- Netherlands' "Reken- en meetvoorschrift windturbines" (2011)
- Sweden's "Ljud från landbaserade vindkraftverk" (2014)
- Norway's Miljødirektoratet (2021)
- Germany’s TA-Lärm
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Ensures adherence to local noise regulations for both new and existing turbines
Detailed Reporting and Export Options
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Generate comprehensive reports including:
- Assumptions and input data summaries.
- Noise levels at each receptor point.
- Distance matrices between turbines and receptors.
- Iso-noise maps illustrating spatial noise distribution.
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Export data in formats compatible with GIS applications and Google Earth (e.g., Shape files, KMZ).
Integration with windPRO Modules
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Seamlessly integrates with other windPRO modules, utilising shared data such as turbine specifications and terrain models.
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Supports reduced noise operation modes to further mitigate impact.
- Connects to OPTIMIZE for noise curtailment optimization.
Benefits
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Efficient Planning: Quickly assess and adjust turbine layouts to meet noise regulations.
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Regulatory Compliance: Utilise built-in models to ensure adherence to local standards.
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Stakeholder Communication: Provide clear, detailed reports to authorities and the public.
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Data Integration: Leverage existing project data within windPRO for streamlined analysis
