Proceedings of the 11th Convention of the
European Acoustics Association
Forum Acusticum / EuroNoise 2025


Málaga, Spain
June 23 - 26, 2025





Session: A19.08/A10.10 Numerical methods for wave propagation in complex media
Date: Wednesday 25 June 2025
Time: 18:40
Title: On the Acoustic Investigation of Complex Buildings materials by Physics Informed Neural Networks (PINN)
Author(s): Shahariar Ryehan
Ifat Zahan Soma
Juliette Naumann
Pages: 5581-5587
DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.61782/fa.2025.0645
PDF: https://dael.euracoustics.org/confs/fa2025/data/articles/000645.pdf
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Abstract

Architects always use a range of aesthetic elements, including fractionally graded materials (FGMs), at a high acoustic and thermal demand level. Numerous partial differential equations, especially wave equations, have previously been the focus of extensive analytical or numerical approaches. However, the application of Neural Networks guided by physics raises the standard for acoustic results. Using the novel paradigm outlined in that paper, metal-ceramic composites, for instance, demonstrate extremely effective wave behavior to demonstrate changes in stiffness and density, including radiation, scattering, and noise transmission. Several kinds of PINN can help precisely define the error when comparing square error, absolute error, and mean square error compared to finite element simulations. The MATLAB NEURAL simulation for neural network toolboxes were used to view the simulation in this research. The research revealed that the results were extremely accurate, with a maximum inaccuracy of 2.6%. Intending to improve the acoustic management of homogenous materials, this study correspondingly examines the impact of material gradient on reflection and sound insulation properties. This suggested strategy offers a highly motivated basis for resolving wave propagation, opening the door to far better soundproofing outcomes, noise management, and more effective building material design.