Provides a concise introduction to the fundamentals and applications of active control of vibration and sound for the non-expert. The book should also be a useful quick reference for the specialist engineer. It emphasizes the practical applications of technology, and complex control algorithms and structures are only discussed to the extent that they aid understanding. Recommendations for further reading in the subject are provided, but the text should stand alone for those seeking an overview of the key issues: fundamentals, control systems, transducers, applications and possible future...