SynTrac Showcases Acoustics-Oriented Design Vision at ICSV31
The SynTrac project marked a significant milestone at the 31st International Congress on Sound and Vibration (ICSV31), held from 6–11 July 2025 in Incheon, South Korea. As one of the most prestigious global gatherings in the field of acoustics and vibration, ICSV31 brought together leading researchers, engineers, and industry experts to exchange the latest developments and challenges in sound and vibration science.
The SynTrac project was prominently represented through a Distinguished Plenary Lecture by TRR364 spokesperson Prof. Sabine Langer from the Institute for Acoustics and Dynamics at TU Braunschweig.
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Prof. Langer’s lecture, titled “Paving the Path for Acoustics-Oriented Design,” provided a platform to present central research findings and conceptual developments from the SynTrac project. Her talk addressed the shift required in modern engineering practice—from a reactive approach focused on noise abatement to a proactive design methodology that integrates acoustics from the earliest stages of technology development. In her lecture, Prof. Langer emphasized the urgent need for a paradigm shift in research and product development—from conventional noise reduction strategies to acoustics-integrated design methodologies.
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Drawing on SynTrac’s interdisciplinary approach, her lecture explored how frameworks like Design to Acoustics (D2A) can help engineers anticipate, model, and optimize acoustic performance as a fundamental design parameter. This framework supports engineers in aligning acoustic performance with overall product functionality, environmental goals, and user expectations. Prof. Langer emphasized that accurate modeling, reliable simulation, and integrated assessment tools are crucial for enabling this transformation in practice. She also stressed the growing importance of acoustics in both environmental sustainability and user acceptance, especially in emerging technologies where sound can shape perceptions of quality, comfort, and safety.
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The presentation was met with high interest and stimulated valuable discussion among both academic and industrial attendees, highlighting SynTrac’s contribution to advancing system-of-systems thinking in acoustic engineering and beyond.
Beyond the lecture, SynTrac’s presence at ICSV31 created opportunities to foster new connections with global experts in acoustics and vibration. The congress provided a platform to share ideas on how acoustic insights can drive innovation in mobility, machinery, and sustainable design.
The congress also featured a wide array of technical sessions, exhibitions, and an industry tour of Hyundai Motors and LG Electronics, offering valuable insights into how major global manufacturers are integrating acoustic technologies in applied settings.
Participation in ICSV31 marks an important dissemination milestone for SynTrac, reinforcing its mission to drive innovation in engineering and promote environmentally responsible design practices across industries.
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