Harman International Industries, Incorporated (20240323607). LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEM FOR ARBITRARY SOUND DIRECTION RENDERING simplified abstract
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LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEM FOR ARBITRARY SOUND DIRECTION RENDERING
Organization Name
Harman International Industries, Incorporated
Inventor(s)
Christian Manuel Garcia of Winnetka CA (US)
Daniel Timothy Pye of Los Angeles CA (US)
Jason Riggs of Northridge CA (US)
LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEM FOR ARBITRARY SOUND DIRECTION RENDERING - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240323607 titled 'LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEM FOR ARBITRARY SOUND DIRECTION RENDERING
The patent application describes techniques for generating audio for a speaker system by processing an audio input signal and various frequencies to create a spatial sound experience.
- Receiving an audio input signal and a first location associated with the audio input signal.
- Generating a low-frequency output based on the audio input signal.
- Generating a plurality of high-frequency outputs based on the audio input signal, the first location, and multiple directions of speaker drivers.
- Generating a plurality of middle-frequency outputs to form beam patterns for sound rendering at the first location.
- Transmitting the low-frequency output, high-frequency outputs, and middle-frequency outputs to the speaker drivers for audio emission.
Potential Applications: - Home theater systems - Concert venues - Virtual reality experiences
Problems Solved: - Enhancing spatial audio quality - Providing immersive sound experiences
Benefits: - Improved audio localization - Enhanced sound clarity - Immersive listening experiences
Commercial Applications: Title: Spatial Audio Technology for Enhanced Sound Systems This technology can be used in various commercial applications such as high-end audio systems, entertainment venues, and virtual reality platforms to provide users with a more immersive and realistic audio experience.
Questions about Spatial Audio Technology: 1. How does this technology improve sound localization for users? This technology utilizes multiple frequencies and beam patterns to create a more accurate and immersive sound experience, allowing users to pinpoint the source of the audio more effectively.
2. What are the potential challenges in implementing this spatial audio technology in different environments? Implementing this technology in various environments may require customization and calibration to optimize the sound output based on the acoustics of the space, which could pose challenges in achieving consistent audio quality across different settings.
Original Abstract Submitted
techniques for generating audio for a speaker system include receiving an audio input signal and a first location associated with the audio input signal; generating a low-frequency output based on the audio input signal; generating a plurality of high-frequency outputs based on the audio input signal, the first location, and a plurality of directions at which the plurality of speaker drivers emit audio; generating a plurality of middle-frequency outputs based on the audio input signal that are used to form one or more beam patterns for rendering a sound at the first location; and transmitting the low-frequency output, the plurality of high-frequency outputs, and the plurality of middle-frequency outputs to the plurality of speaker drivers of the speaker, wherein the plurality of speaker drivers emit audio that corresponds to the low-frequency output, the plurality of high-frequency outputs, and the plurality of middle-frequency outputs.
