Abstract

All automotive components are engineered to be as quiet and smooth running as possible. This takes into account structure borne noise as well as air borne noise. A standard air conditioning compressor is analyzed statically (outof- vehicle testing) in this study to better understand noise and vibration traits. Mode shapes of the compressor, associated with noise, are extracted in an operating frequency range and shown to be modeled after a simple two degree of freedom system. Bearing free play in the pulley is cited as another possible source of noise. Lastly, with the use of theoretical damping, the sound pressure measurements around the unit are reduced. Future recommendations are discussed.

Library of Congress Subject Headings

Automobiles--Air conditioning--Equipment and supplies--Research; Compressors--Vibration--Measurement; Compressors--Noise--Measurement; Rotors--Dynamics--Research

Publication Date

6-1-1997

Document Type

Thesis

Department, Program, or Center

Mechanical Engineering (KGCOE)

Advisor

Kochersberger, Kevin

Advisor/Committee Member

Torok, Joseph

Advisor/Committee Member

Walter, Wayne

Comments

Note: imported from RIT’s Digital Media Library running on DSpace to RIT Scholar Works. Physical copy available through RIT's The Wallace Library at: TL271.5 .D472 1997

Campus

RIT – Main Campus

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