Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation (20240284104). RENDERING BINAURAL AUDIO OVER MULTIPLE NEAR FIELD TRANSDUCERS simplified abstract

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RENDERING BINAURAL AUDIO OVER MULTIPLE NEAR FIELD TRANSDUCERS

Organization Name

Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation

Inventor(s)

Mark F. Davis of Pacifica CA (US)

Nicolas R. Tsingos of San Francisco CA (US)

C. Phillip Brown of Castro Valley CA (US)

RENDERING BINAURAL AUDIO OVER MULTIPLE NEAR FIELD TRANSDUCERS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240284104 titled 'RENDERING BINAURAL AUDIO OVER MULTIPLE NEAR FIELD TRANSDUCERS

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a method and apparatus for rendering audio by splitting a binaural signal into front and rear signals based on perceived position information, improving front-back differentiation.

  • Front and rear binaural signals are created by splitting the binaural signal on an amplitude weighting basis.
  • The splitting is done based on perceived position information of the audio.
  • This method enhances the front-back differentiation of the binaural signal.

Key Features and Innovation

  • Amplitude weighting basis used to split binaural signal.
  • Front and rear binaural signals created based on perceived position information.
  • Improved front-back differentiation of the binaural signal.

Potential Applications

This technology can be used in:

  • Virtual reality audio systems.
  • Surround sound systems.
  • Gaming headsets.

Problems Solved

  • Enhances front-back differentiation of audio signals.
  • Improves spatial audio perception for users.

Benefits

  • Enhanced audio experience.
  • Improved spatial awareness in audio playback.

Commercial Applications

  • Virtual reality gaming.
  • Home theater systems.
  • Audio production studios.

Questions about the Technology

How does this technology improve spatial audio perception?

This technology improves spatial audio perception by splitting the binaural signal into front and rear signals based on perceived position information, enhancing the front-back differentiation.

What are the potential applications of this technology beyond audio playback?

The potential applications of this technology extend to virtual reality systems, gaming headsets, and surround sound setups, where spatial audio perception is crucial.


Original Abstract Submitted

an apparatus and method of rendering audio. a binaural signal is split on an amplitude weighting basis into a front binaural signal and a rear binaural signal, based on perceived position information of the audio. in this manner, the front-back differentiation of the binaural signal is improved.