Meta platforms technologies, llc (20240098407). SPEAKER ASSEMBLY FOR MITIGATION OF LEAKAGE simplified abstract

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SPEAKER ASSEMBLY FOR MITIGATION OF LEAKAGE

Organization Name

meta platforms technologies, llc

Inventor(s)

Tetsuro Oishi of Bothell WA (US)

Gelmont Rios of Renton WA (US)

Alan Ng of Seattle WA (US)

SPEAKER ASSEMBLY FOR MITIGATION OF LEAKAGE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240098407 titled 'SPEAKER ASSEMBLY FOR MITIGATION OF LEAKAGE

Simplified Explanation

The speaker assembly described in the patent application is designed to deliver audio content to a user's ear canal using positive and negative acoustic pressure waves. The positive waves are directed to the entrance of the ear canal, while the negative waves are directed to an area behind the pinna of the user. This configuration aims to enhance the playback of audio content for the user.

  • The speaker assembly generates positive and negative acoustic pressure waves.
  • A first vent assembly ports the positive waves to the entrance of the ear canal.
  • A second vent assembly ports the negative waves behind the pinna of the user.
  • The vents are designed to improve audio content playback for the user.

Potential Applications

The technology could be applied in:

  • Headphones
  • Hearing aids
  • Virtual reality headsets

Problems Solved

The technology addresses issues such as:

  • Improving audio quality for users
  • Enhancing user experience with audio devices

Benefits

The benefits of this technology include:

  • Enhanced audio playback
  • Comfortable listening experience
  • Better sound isolation

Potential Commercial Applications

The technology could be utilized in:

  • Consumer electronics
  • Entertainment industry
  • Healthcare sector

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art is the use of vented earphones to improve sound quality and comfort for users.

Unanswered Questions

How does the speaker assembly handle different ear canal shapes and sizes?

The patent application does not provide details on how the speaker assembly accommodates variations in ear anatomy.

What materials are used in the construction of the speaker assembly?

The patent application does not specify the materials used in the speaker assembly's construction.


Original Abstract Submitted

a speaker assembly presents audio content to an ear canal of a user. a speaker of the speaker assembly generates positive and negative acoustic pressure waves. a first vent assembly of the speaker assembly ports the positive acoustic pressure waves to an entrance of the ear canal of the user, whereas a second vent assembly ports the negative acoustic pressure waves to an area behind a pinna of the user. the first and second vent assembly are configured to provide improved audio content playback to the user.