TONBRIDGE, UNITED KINGDOM — Fireworks and vacuums will no longer torment our furry friends. Ford has designed a prototype for a noise-canceling dog kennel employing the same noise-control technology installed in some Ford vehicles. The design is part of an innovation series called Interventions, which explores the use of automotive technologies to solve everyday problems. According to a press release published in the company's blog, the kennel is isolated with high-density cork, noise cancellation panels, anti-vibration block risers, and soundproof ventilation. Special microphones installed within the kennel detect loud noises. A built-in audio system then generates opposing frequencies, significantly reducing noise within the kennel. According to the American Kennel Club, dogs have a maximum hearing sensitivity of 8,000 hertz. Human's maximum hearing sensitivity of 2,000 hertz making doggos more sensitive to loud noises.
