A THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK AND CRITICAL REVIEW OF VEHICLE NOISE CONTROL STRATEGIES

Bianca CĂȘERIU, Petruța BLAGA

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This article develops a theoretical framework and presents a critical review of contemporary vehicle noise control strategies, focusing on their classification, functional principles, and integration potential. Active, passive, hybrid, and adaptive-passive systems are systematically analyzed in terms of acoustic performance, control algorithms, and material-based attenuation. A research trend analysis based on data from Web of Science, Scopus, and Google Scholar reveals growing scientific interest in hybrid solutions and sustainable approaches. Special attention is given to acoustic comfort as a predictor of cognitive performance, health, and in-vehicle well-being. The proposed framework aims to guide the development of next-generation, energy-efficient, and high-performance noise control architectures for automotive, aerospace, and rail transport applications.

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