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Southern Research to Conduct Noise and Vibration Testing Workshop in Birmingham

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (March 28, 2007) - The Noise and Vibration group at Southern Research Institute will conduct "Applications for Noise and Vibration Testing"-a FREE, one-day workshop on noise and vibration testing to be held at the Southern Research Engineering Research Center, 757 Tom Martin Drive in Birmingham, Ala. on April 19, 2007. The workshop is intended for engineers, technicians, or individuals with a basic engineering background.

"Noise and vibration testing is an increasingly important topic in many industries, including on-road and off-road transportation, aerospace, utilities, and manufacturing," said Percy Wang, Ph.D., Manager, Noise and Vibration Group, at Southern Research. "This workshop will provide both a basic and more in-depth understanding of noise and vibration testing, and how it can be used to better understand and resolve engineering problems across a wide range of industries."

Lunches will be provided, and the event will conclude with a tour of the Engineering Research Center. The workshop will consist of two sessions:

• Morning Session: Interactive lectures covering the basics of noise and vibration testing. Also, how to apply the technologies in various fields.



• Afternoon Session: Fun laboratory activities to reinforce concepts learned, including:
• Effects of dampening layer on plate,
• Duct noise reduction with Helmholtz resonator,
• Quiet shaker for Buzz, Squeak and Rattle noise testing,
• Rotating shaft information extraction,
• Operating deflection shape and
• Low frequency displacement measurement.

Dr. Wang added that all participants will receive a free Windows-based program for basic signal spectral analysis and a certificate signed by SRI with CEU equivalents. Because of the hands-on participation in this program, space is limited to 36 participants. To register, please contact Carla Whitehead at (205) 978-8630 or visit the workshop website at www.southernresearch.org/engineering-workshop.html.

About Southern Research
Southern Research is a not-for-profit organization that conducts scientific research at facilities in Alabama, Florida, Maryland and North Carolina. Southern Research provides contract research in the fields of advanced engineering, environmental and energy-related research, and preclinical drug discovery and drug development. For more information, see www.southernresearch.org.

Media Contact:
Rhonda Jung, Public Relations Manager, jung@southernresearch.org, (205) 581-2317