20240016663. APPARATUSES, COMPUTER-IMPLEMENTED METHODS, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCTS FOR MONITORING AUDIO PROTECTOR FIT simplified abstract (Honeywell International Inc.)
APPARATUSES, COMPUTER-IMPLEMENTED METHODS, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCTS FOR MONITORING AUDIO PROTECTOR FIT
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Sai Sreenivas Tekumalla of Secunderabad (IN)
Marc Kirsch of Rock Hill SC (US)
Alexander Kowolowski of Mosty u Jablunkova (CZ)
APPARATUSES, COMPUTER-IMPLEMENTED METHODS, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCTS FOR MONITORING AUDIO PROTECTOR FIT - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240016663 titled 'APPARATUSES, COMPUTER-IMPLEMENTED METHODS, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCTS FOR MONITORING AUDIO PROTECTOR FIT
Simplified Explanation
The abstract of this patent application describes a system and method for determining whether an audio protector, such as earplugs or headphones, fits properly on a wearer. The system automatically performs a fit testing process to determine if the fit of the audio protector is satisfactory. If the fit is found to be dissatisfactory, the system warns the user.
Key points of the patent/innovation:
- The system receives both external audio data and internal audio data, which includes a filtered range of frequencies.
- It generates comparative internal data by applying the internal audio data to an inverse attenuation model.
- An audio processing mode is identified based on the external audio data and/or the internal audio data. This audio processing mode is associated with an audio comparison model.
- Energy differential data is computed by applying the comparative internal data and the external audio data to the audio comparison model.
- A fit result is determined based on the energy differential data.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Fit testing of audio protectors: This technology can be used to determine if earplugs or headphones fit properly on a wearer, ensuring optimal noise reduction or sound quality.
- Personalized audio processing: By analyzing the fit of the audio protector, the system can adjust the audio processing mode to optimize the listening experience for the wearer.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Inaccurate fit of audio protectors: This technology addresses the problem of audio protectors not fitting properly on wearers, which can result in reduced effectiveness in noise reduction or compromised sound quality.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved user experience: By warning users when the fit of their audio protector is dissatisfactory, this technology ensures that wearers can take appropriate action to achieve a better fit and enhance their listening experience.
- Personalized audio processing: The system's ability to identify the audio processing mode based on the fit of the audio protector allows for personalized sound optimization, providing users with a tailored listening experience.
Original Abstract Submitted
embodiments provide for improved determination of whether an audio protector is sufficiently fit to a wearer. by automatically performing the improved fit testing processes described, embodiments may warn users in circumstances where fit of their audio protector is dissatisfactory. some embodiments include receiving external audio data and internal audio data including a filtered range of frequencies, generating comparative internal data by applying the internal audio data to an inverse attenuation model, identifying an audio processing mode based at least in part on the external audio data and/or the internal audio data, the audio processing mode associated with an audio comparison model, computing energy differential data by applying the comparative internal data and the external audio data to the audio comparison model; and determining a fit result based at least in part on the energy differential data.
