MICRO DB SAS

Their core work

MicrodB is a French SME specializing in acoustic and vibration measurement, analysis, and simulation. They develop tools and methodologies for noise source identification and characterization — particularly in transport applications such as railway pass-by noise and vehicle powertrain acoustics. Their work spans from aeroacoustic signal processing techniques to noise certification tools that help manufacturers meet regulatory standards like TSI requirements. They bridge the gap between advanced acoustic research and practical engineering applications for the transport industry.

What they specialise in

How they've shifted over time

MicrodB began its H2020 participation in 2017 with aeroacoustic processing (ADAPT), establishing their core competence in acoustic measurement techniques. From 2019 onward, they shifted toward applied transport noise problems — railway pass-by noise characterization (TRANSIT) and electrified powertrain acoustics (ECO DRIVE). The trajectory shows a clear move from fundamental acoustic methods toward sector-specific noise solutions aligned with EU green transport priorities.

MicrodB is moving toward noise and vibration solutions for electrified transport, positioning them for growing demand as Europe's vehicle fleet transitions away from combustion engines.

How they like to work

MicrodB operates flexibly across roles — they have coordinated a project (ADAPT), participated as a standard partner (ECO DRIVE), and contributed as a third-party specialist (TRANSIT). With 20 unique partners across 8 countries from just 3 projects, they integrate well into larger European consortia. Their varied role profile suggests they are sought after for their specific acoustic expertise rather than for project management capacity.

Despite being a small company with only 3 H2020 projects, MicrodB has built a network of 20 partners across 8 countries, reflecting their integration into the European transport research community. Their participation in Clean Sky 2 (CS2-RIA) and MSCA networks connects them to both industry and academic acoustic research groups.

What sets them apart

MicrodB occupies a niche at the intersection of acoustic science and transport engineering — they are not a general consultancy but a specialist SME with proprietary noise measurement and analysis capabilities. Their ability to work across aviation (Clean Sky 2), rail (TRANSIT), and road transport (ECO DRIVE) makes them a versatile acoustic partner for any transport-related consortium. For project coordinators, they offer deep technical expertise without the overhead of a large organization.

Highlights from their portfolio

• ECO DRIVE
  Largest funding (EUR 274,802) and directly addresses the emerging challenge of noise in electrified vehicles — a growing regulatory and engineering concern.
• ADAPT
  MicrodB's only coordinator role, focused on advanced aeroacoustic processing within the Clean Sky 2 framework, demonstrating their core technical identity.
• TRANSIT
  Addresses railway noise certification — a high-impact regulatory application where better tools can reduce compliance costs across the European rail industry.