18479557. CONFERENCE CALLS simplified abstract (Nokia Technologies Oy)
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CONFERENCE CALLS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Mikko Tapio Tammi of Tampere (FI)
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[[:Category:Toni M�kinen of Tampere (FI)|Toni M�kinen of Tampere (FI)]][[Category:Toni M�kinen of Tampere (FI)]]
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CONFERENCE CALLS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18479557 titled 'CONFERENCE CALLS
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a method related to conference calls where audio data and classification data from multiple user devices are provided. The method involves determining a dominant speaker and controlling the transmission of audio data based on the classification data associated with each user device.
- Explanation of the patent:
- Audio data and classification data are provided from multiple user devices in a conference call.
- The classification data indicates predetermined sound types represented by the audio data.
- The method determines a dominant speaker among the users.
- Transmission of audio data is controlled based on the classification data, preventing transmission of restricted sound types from certain user devices.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in:
- Remote meetings
- Virtual classrooms
- Teleconferencing systems
Problems Solved
This technology helps in:
- Managing audio quality in conference calls
- Ensuring clear communication in group discussions
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include:
- Improved audio clarity
- Enhanced user experience in conference calls
- Efficient management of multiple speakers in a call
Potential Commercial Applications
A potential commercial application for this technology could be in:
- Communication software development
- Audio conferencing systems
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art for this technology could be:
- Audio processing algorithms used in video conferencing software
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology handle background noise in conference calls?
This technology does not specifically address the handling of background noise in conference calls. It focuses on controlling the transmission of audio data based on classification data associated with each user device.
Can this technology be integrated with existing conference call platforms?
This information is not provided in the abstract. Integration with existing platforms would depend on the compatibility and adaptability of the technology to different systems.
Original Abstract Submitted
Example embodiments relate to conference calls. In a method, there may be provided audio data and associated classification data from a plurality of user devices as part of a conference call, the plurality of user devices including at least a first user device and a second user device. The classification data may be indicative of one of a plurality of predetermined sound types represented by the associated audio data in a current time frame. The method may comprise determining that the audio data provided by the first user device is associated with a dominant speaker. The method may comprise controlling transmission of the audio data as part of the conference call, including preventing transmission of audio data provided by at least the second user device based on its associated classification data being indicative of a restricted sound type and the first user device being associated with a dominant speaker.
