20240012094. APPARATUSES, METHODS AND COMPUTER PROGRAMS FOR LOCATING MOBILE DEVICES BY USING PHOTOACOUSTICALLY-GENERATED AUDIO SIGNALS simplified abstract (NOKIA TECHNOLOGIES OY)

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APPARATUSES, METHODS AND COMPUTER PROGRAMS FOR LOCATING MOBILE DEVICES BY USING PHOTOACOUSTICALLY-GENERATED AUDIO SIGNALS

Organization Name

NOKIA TECHNOLOGIES OY

Inventor(s)

Ian Davis of Delgany (IE)

Akshat Agarwal of Clonmagaddan (IE)

Nicholas Jeffers of Newtown Mount Kennedy (IE)

Diarmuid O'connell of Athy (IE)

Oliver Burns of Oldcastle (IE)

APPARATUSES, METHODS AND COMPUTER PROGRAMS FOR LOCATING MOBILE DEVICES BY USING PHOTOACOUSTICALLY-GENERATED AUDIO SIGNALS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240012094 titled 'APPARATUSES, METHODS AND COMPUTER PROGRAMS FOR LOCATING MOBILE DEVICES BY USING PHOTOACOUSTICALLY-GENERATED AUDIO SIGNALS

Simplified Explanation

The patent application is related to an apparatus for positioning mobile devices using audio signals generated with a photoacoustic effect. The apparatus obtains the time of arrival of at least one audio signal at a mobile device and uses this information to estimate the location of the device.

  • The apparatus is designed to obtain the time of arrival of audio signals at a mobile device.
  • The audio signals are generated using a photoacoustic effect.
  • The time of arrival of the audio signals is then used to estimate the location of the mobile device.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • Indoor positioning systems: The apparatus can be used to accurately determine the location of mobile devices within indoor environments where GPS signals may be weak or unavailable.
  • Asset tracking: The technology can be utilized to track the location of valuable assets within a confined space, such as a warehouse or a museum.
  • Navigation assistance: The apparatus can provide real-time location information to assist users in navigating unfamiliar indoor environments, such as shopping malls or airports.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • Limited GPS availability indoors: The technology provides an alternative solution for positioning mobile devices in indoor environments where GPS signals may not be reliable.
  • Improved accuracy: By utilizing audio signals and the time of arrival, the apparatus can provide more precise location estimates compared to traditional methods.

Benefits of this technology:

  • Enhanced user experience: Users can benefit from accurate indoor positioning, which can improve navigation, asset tracking, and location-based services.
  • Cost-effective solution: The apparatus offers a cost-effective alternative to expensive indoor positioning systems that rely on infrastructure installations.
  • Versatility: The technology can be implemented in various industries and applications, providing flexibility and adaptability to different use cases.


Original Abstract Submitted

examples of the disclosure relate to apparatus () for positioning mobile devices (). the apparatus () comprises means for: obtaining a time of arrival of at least one audio signal () at a mobile device (), wherein the audio signal () is generated with a photoacoustic effect; and using the time of the arrival of the audio signal () to estimate a location of the mobile device ().

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