This study investigates the variations in particulate matter (PM) concentrations and noise pollution inside a convertible vehicle under different operational conditions. The primary focus is on three sizes of particulate matter: PM1, PM2.5, and PM10, as well as ambient noise levels, across various vehicle states (stationary and moving) and convertible top configurations (open). Data were collected through a series of controlled experiments involving a convertible vehicle driven at different speeds and on different types of roads—urban and extra-urban. The experimental design included measurements in top-down states to assess how vehicle configuration influences exposure to environmental pollutants. Results indicate significant differences in both PM concentrations and noise levels depending on the top configuration, vehicle speed, and road type. These findings provide crucial insights into the environmental health risks associated with driving convertible vehicles under various conditions. This study contributes to the broader discourse on vehicle-related air quality and noise pollution, offering valuable data for public health advisories and vehicle design considerations.

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Roof up or Down: Exploring Particulate Matter and Noise Pollution Dynamics in Convertible Vehicles

  • Dan-Marius Mustață,
  • Ioana Ionel,
  • Daniel Bisorca,
  • Ramon-Mihai Balogh

摘要

This study investigates the variations in particulate matter (PM) concentrations and noise pollution inside a convertible vehicle under different operational conditions. The primary focus is on three sizes of particulate matter: PM1, PM2.5, and PM10, as well as ambient noise levels, across various vehicle states (stationary and moving) and convertible top configurations (open). Data were collected through a series of controlled experiments involving a convertible vehicle driven at different speeds and on different types of roads—urban and extra-urban. The experimental design included measurements in top-down states to assess how vehicle configuration influences exposure to environmental pollutants. Results indicate significant differences in both PM concentrations and noise levels depending on the top configuration, vehicle speed, and road type. These findings provide crucial insights into the environmental health risks associated with driving convertible vehicles under various conditions. This study contributes to the broader discourse on vehicle-related air quality and noise pollution, offering valuable data for public health advisories and vehicle design considerations.