Conference_programme: 4.1 - Airport Noise
Lecture: Research Networks: Supporting Aviation Noise Reduction
Author(s): Collin Dominique
Summary:
Over the last 20 years, large, ambitious national and regional programmes have been initiated to support research aimed at further reducing noise from aircraft operations. The emergence of dedicated network structures has played a key role in the elaboration and successful implementation of these various initiatives. Such structures have been instrumental in developing and consolidating detailed research strategies in line with the high level goals set by relevant national and regional research frameworks, establishing the conditions for a more active and coordinated research covering all areas related to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Balanced Approach. \n\nWhile combining the complementary skills and expertise required to cover the whole field of interest, a research network typically provides the capability to effectively manage clusters of basic research projects and facilitate the transition towards further stages of technology demonstration, Regular research network features also include assessment of the state-of-the-art, gap analysis, mechanisms to gather novel ideas and concepts as well as actions aimed at structuring the research community. \n\nIn fact, as a lasting organization beyond the limited timeframe of individual projects, the research network must ensure the needed continuity aimed at longer term strategies. This can be achieved in dedicating significant efforts towards community building, fostering scientific exchanges and participation in new collaborative projects, as well as better exploitation of diverse sources of funding around similar priorities. \n\nAnother remarkable aspect of research networks involves the capability to join forces and regroup with counterparts. In linking together, networks can address wider issues such as the development of a concerted research approach for transport noise as whole, improved knowledge of noise-emissions interdependencies and the development of international cooperation opportunities.\n\nThe current European situation will be described as well as the most recent efforts aimed at engaging like-minded research networks across the globe.\n
Corresponding author
Name: Mr Dominique Collin
e-mail: dominique.collin@safrangroup.com
Country: France
