Käytävätestit

Käytävätestit (Finnish for "corridor tests") are a method used in architectural acoustics to evaluate the sound propagation and reflection characteristics within a building or room. Primarily employed to measure parameters such as reverberation time, sound pressure level distribution, and early-to-late sound energy ratio, these tests help assess how sound travels through corridors and adjacent spaces. Conducted by placing microphones and loudspeakers along a designated corridor path, the procedure captures acoustic data to identify areas of excessive reverberation or poor sound distribution. Results inform design adjustments, such as installing acoustic panels or modifying structural elements, to optimize speech intelligibility and reduce echo. Käytävätestit are crucial for ensuring compliance with acoustic standards in public spaces like auditoriums, classrooms, and conference rooms, ultimately enhancing user experience through improved auditory conditions.