Substantial-Long-461 t1_iy8856e wrote on November 29, 2022 at 2:11 PM Reply to ELI5. Why do active noise cancelling headphones/earbuds not protect your hearing? by mostofit NC make opposing soundwaves but don't physically block noises. Fast cars, trash trucks make vibration I can feel when they pass. I'd need to physically block (earplugs) to reduce, measured in db on the package. Permalink 0
Substantial-Long-461 t1_iy8856e wrote
Reply to ELI5. Why do active noise cancelling headphones/earbuds not protect your hearing? by mostofit
NC make opposing soundwaves but don't physically block noises. Fast cars, trash trucks make vibration I can feel when they pass. I'd need to physically block (earplugs) to reduce, measured in db on the package.