The Simcenter™ Sound Camera™ system is a part of the extensive Simcenter sound source localization product portfolio, part of the Simcenter™ portfolio.  It has a wide range of applications for many industries. This modular,  high-quality digital microphone array offers an instant overview of sound sources for any noise-generating object. It can easily be used by  occasional users as well as experts. It helps  you confirm that you are working on the  right problem, thereby accelerating  acoustic troubleshooting.

Automotive and transportation

Simcenter Sound Camera provides automotive engineering teams with versatility and flexibility for accurate sound source localization. It is used to investigate noise in diverse applications, such as acoustic leak detection, powertrain noise qualification, door slams, wind shield wipers and brake systems.

Heavy equipment and industrial machinery

When assessing noise issues for bulldozers or excavators in the lab or field, using Simcenter Sound Camera helps diminish overall noise by identifying the parts that require optimization. This helps to improve the brand perception of highly durable equipment.

Aviation and space

Complex and expensive in-flight or  wind tunnel acoustic testing can be complemented with Simcenter Sound Camera to quickly and economically assess acoustic performance. It is an excellent tool for measuring exterior noise on the ground, and detecting cabin noise, seal leakage and source contribution.

Consumer and white goods

Brand perception is extremely important  in the consumer and white goods sectors. As sound design can make or break a brand, large investments are made to perfect product acoustics. Using Simcenter Sound Camera can quickly reveal acoustic weak spots, letting engineers focus on solving the right problem.

The Simcenter Sound Camera Digital Array is a modular, high-quality digital microphone array for sound source localization. It is an easy-to-set-up-and-use tool that helps both occasional users and engineers perform fast, accurate troubleshooting. The system has been designed to be a versatile solution, with arms that can be added or removed, making it an excellent tool to work with in multiple test conditions.

All electronics are integrated in the array. The device is directly connected to the software application with a single cable. It automatically measures the distance to the source object. Due to its lightweight, aluminum design, the array is robust and shockproof, yet it can  be comfortably handheld throughout a measurement campaign. It can be easily  and securely transported due to light but rugged packaging.

Whether indoors or in the field, on small handheld tools or gigantic manufacturing machinery, close to or far away from the sound source, the Simcenter Sound Camera Digital Array adjusts to your testing requirements in every situation. The system offers immediate and accurate sound source localization in a variety of testing situations.

*  Real-time performance of beamforming with near-field focusing, improved postprocessing possible in Simcenter Testlab

** Experimental results typically 2dB lower

◆ Adapting to a wide range  of applications

◆ Interactive analysis

◆ Available in real time

◆ Boosting localization by moving into the near field

◆ Accurately locate  moving sources

◆ Measure more data channels

◆ Simcenter Testlab™ provides increased engineering insight