The software uses this data to generate maps, which are highly visual representations of the origins and propagation of noise. To make the maps easier to understand, they are color-coded. This is particularly helpful when interacting with other project planners or non-building specialists. After that, planners can evaluate the best options and test scenarios to lessen noise and shield people from its negative effects.

Users can work on projects more effectively by using the software to transfer background maps from OpenStreetMap and Google Maps to use as a foundation for the terrain model.

New features in version 6.0 include:

• The user interface has been redesigned with clickable buttons that are easy to use and a project workflow that is even more intuitive.
• A better, simpler, and faster way to combine various noise types and quickly access the sum level or individual noise type results.
• Enhanced 3D visuals for better presentation clarity because the most recent version supports OpenGL, the industry standard for high-performance graphics.

Numerous features and enhancements to the previous version of SoundPLANessential are also included in the software. This includes modifying Building Acoustics-Outside to conform to the most recent version of EN ISO 12354-3:2017, which deals with estimating a building’s acoustic performance. This can be utilized to demonstrate a room’s acoustic qualities (the transmission loss) in relation to undesired outdoor noise.