Accurate Acoustic Simulations Start with Precise Material Properties
FOAM-X converts impedance tube measurements into simulation-ready parameters, enabling precise acoustic material characterization. Whether working with porous, fibrous, perforated, or fabric materials, FOAM-X applies proven acoustic models to help you extract the data needed for advanced simulations.
Trusted by NVH engineers, acoustic researchers, educators, and material developers, FOAM-X ensures your simulation inputs are accurate, complete, and compatible with industry-leading simulation platforms such as NOVA, VA-One, COMSOL and Hexagon.
From Lab Measurement to Simulation Parameters In Just a Few Steps
Key Features of FOAM-X
Complete Extraction of Several Parameters
With FOAM-X, extract the following parameters:
✓ Open porosity (ϕ)
✓ Static airflow resistivity (σ)
✓ Tortuosity (α∞)
✓ Thermal and viscous characteristic lengths (Λ′ and Λ)
✓ Static thermal permeability (ko′)
✓ Young’s modulus (E)
✓ Poisson’s ratio (v)
✓ Structural loss factor (damping) (η)
Flexible Data Handling
✓ Import measurement data from various impedance tube types and geometries
✓ Combine multiple datasets to enhance accuracy
✓ Import complete Mecanum Tube-X projects or copy-paste from Excel
Multiple Acoustic Models
✓ JCA (Johnson-Champoux-Allard): Equivalent fluid model for porous/fibrous materials
✓ JCA-Lafarge: Extended JCA model for improved accuracy
✓ Biot: Full poroelastic model (exclusive to FOAM-X)
✓ Specialized models for perforated plates and fabrics (exclusive to FOAM-X)
Acoustic Characterization
✓ Recover JCA, Biot, and other model parameters from experimental data
✓ Fix known properties to guide inverse modeling
✓ Replicate test conditions and boundary limits to validate results
✓ Include uncertainty quantification for robustness
✓ Predict acoustic material performances
Sensitivity Analysis
Run sensitivity analyses to identify most critical parameters in function of frequency:
Centralized Workflow – All Project Data in One Place
Each Foam-X project bundles:
✓ Raw measurements
✓ Identified model parameters
✓ Acoustic performance predictions
✓ Sensitivity analysis
✓ Collaboration notes and annotations
This all-in-one structure speeds up design iterations and improves team collaboration.
Connect with AcoustaLink – Global Material Database Access
Foam-X integrates with AcoustaLink, Mecanum’s client-server material database for storing vibro-acoustic material parameters and their as. Easily store and organize your material parameters and single number ratings in a way that aligns with your workflows and requirements.
Who Uses FOAM-X?
Acoustic Material Designers
✓ Characterize new porous materials and hybrid composites
✓ Use sensitivity results to optimize microstructure and properties
NVH Engineers
✓ Model material behavior in automotive, aerospace, and rail systems
✓ Evaluate material performance for sound insulation and structural response
Acoustic Researchers & Educators
✓ Explore model-based analysis
✓ Use real measurement data for advanced teaching and publications
Advanced R&D Teams
✓ Validate theoretical models with experiments
✓ Run parameter studies
✓ Support innovation in complex material systems
Want to Book a Demo or Ask for a Free Quote?
Get in touch with the Mecanum team team to request a live demo or learn how FOAM-X can streamline your acoustic material characterization process.