Daniel Knuth

My name is Daniel Knuth and I am a research assistant at the Institute for Acoustics and Dynamics at the TU Braunschweig. I have a background in aerospace and acoustic engineering. My current research topic is the auralization of aircraft cabin noise based on simulation results in an early design stage to enable psychoacoustic assessment.

How do we convert simulation results into physically representative sound signals while also providing a familiar, recognizable listening experience? What are the crucial aspects of early cabin design that lead to the most audible differences or acoustic challenges? Ultimately, what will the travel experience with novel aircraft sound like to passengers?  

My research inspires me by contributing to the prediction capabilities of the Cluster of Excellence SE2A in a way that will lead to passenger comfort being taken into account. I also find it fascinating to be able to present the listening experience of novel aircraft that do not physically exist in the real world yet.

The auralization of cabin noise enables early science communication and assessment of new technologies. The psychoacoustic impact of an aircraft’s cabin noise plays a vital role in passenger comfort and the product acceptance of future aircraft.

Participating in an interdisciplinary research network is special because it broadens perspectives regarding challenges and solutions from multiple fields. Even though science communication might not always be easy in a complex research field like this, it provides valuable insight, networking and exchange opportunities.