Abstract: For improved vibration damping are used preferably a plurality of parallel bodies (30) of generally thread-like configuration which are embedded in a layer of adherent viscoelastic material (29) applied to a vibrating structure or to a body (24) which in turn rests against a vibrating structure (22).
Abstract: A hygienic absorbent, i.e. a substantially liquid and gas tight sound absorbent, including an under-absorbent (11), a tight foil (13) and gas-filled blisters (15) located therebetween. Preferably a supporting layer (16) is located outside the under-absorbent to support the blisters (15).
Abstract: A road surfacing (3) which emits reduced rolling noise and a method for the manufacture of such a road surfacing is disclosed. The road surfacing material is relatively soft and incorporates air-permeable, preferably intercommunicating channels or pores. In the manufacture of the surfacing, granulate or chip particles (4) are bound so that channels or pores are formed between the particles.