ACOUSTOELASTICITY: REVIEW AND EXTENSION.

The paper discusses the interaction between the (acoustic) sound pressure field and the (elastic) flexible wall of an enclosure. Such problems frequently arise when the vibrating walls of a transportation vehicle induce a significant internal sound field. The walls themselves may be excited by external fluid flows. Briefly considered are a mathematical model, simplified solutions for sinusoidal excitation, damping, random excitation, numerical results including comparison with representative experimental data, and design analysis methodology.