Google llc (20240203416). Combining Device or Assistant-Specific Hotwords in a Single Utterance simplified abstract
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Combining Device or Assistant-Specific Hotwords in a Single Utterance
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Matthew Sharifi of Kilchberg (CH)
Combining Device or Assistant-Specific Hotwords in a Single Utterance - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240203416 titled 'Combining Device or Assistant-Specific Hotwords in a Single Utterance
The abstract describes a method for combining hotwords in a single utterance received by multiple assistant-enabled devices, where each device is assigned a different hotword. When the first hotword is detected on one device, and a term matching the second hotword is found in the audio data, a collaboration routine is executed to make the devices collaborate to fulfill the query.
- Method for combining hotwords in a single utterance
- Utilizes multiple assistant-enabled devices with different hotwords
- Detects first hotword on one device and matches second hotword in audio data
- Executes collaboration routine for devices to work together
- Enhances user experience and efficiency in performing operations
Potential Applications: - Smart home automation - Multi-device communication - Enhanced voice command systems
Problems Solved: - Streamlining operations across multiple devices - Improving user interaction with assistant-enabled devices
Benefits: - Seamless integration of commands across devices - Increased efficiency in executing tasks - Enhanced user experience with voice-controlled devices
Commercial Applications: Title: "Multi-Device Collaboration System for Voice Commands" This technology can be utilized in smart home systems, office environments, and any setting where multiple assistant-enabled devices are used. It can improve productivity, streamline operations, and enhance user experience, making it valuable for companies developing smart home products, communication systems, and IoT devices.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the method ensure accurate detection and matching of hotwords across multiple devices? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing the collaboration routine between assistant-enabled devices?
Original Abstract Submitted
a method for combining hotwords in a single utterance receives, at a first assistant-enabled device (aed), audio data corresponding to an utterance directed toward the first aed and a second aed among two or more aeds where the audio data includes a query specifying an operation to perform. the method also detects, using a hotword detector, a first hotword assigned to the first aed that is different than a second hotword assigned to the second aed. in response to detecting the first hotword, the method initiates processing on the audio data to determine that the audio data includes a term preceding the query that at least partially matches the second hotword assigned. based on the at least partial match, the method executes a collaboration routine to cause the first aed and the second aed to collaborate with one another to fulfill the query.
