Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC (20240276170). ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITION BASED SPATIAL AUDIO PRESENTATION simplified abstract

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITION BASED SPATIAL AUDIO PRESENTATION

Organization Name

Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC

Inventor(s)

Arthur Charles Tomlin of Kirkland WA (US)

Kendall Clark York of Bellevue WA (US)

Jeffrey Sipko of Kirkland WA (US)

Adolfo Hernandez Santisteban of Bothell WA (US)

Aaron Daniel Krauss of Snoqualmie WA (US)

Andrew Frederick Muehlhausen of Seattle WA (US)

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITION BASED SPATIAL AUDIO PRESENTATION - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240276170 titled 'ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITION BASED SPATIAL AUDIO PRESENTATION

• • Simplified Explanation:**

This patent application describes a wearable spatial audio device that can adjust the audio mix based on changes in environmental conditions.

• • Key Features and Innovation:**
• Wearable spatial audio device with audio speakers and processors.
• Obtains map data for real-world environments with dynamic audio objects.
• Device-specific subset of audio tracks is obtained for spatialized audio mix.
• Adjusts audio mix based on changes in environmental conditions.

• • Potential Applications:**

This technology can be used in virtual reality experiences, gaming, augmented reality applications, and immersive audio tours.

• • Problems Solved:**

This technology addresses the challenge of providing a realistic and immersive audio experience that adapts to changing environmental conditions.

• • Benefits:**
• Enhanced audio experience in various applications.
• Real-time adjustments for a more immersive experience.
• Improved spatial audio quality for users.

• • Commercial Applications:**
• Virtual reality gaming industry.
• Augmented reality applications for tourism.
• Immersive audio experiences in entertainment venues.

• • Questions about Wearable Spatial Audio Device:**

1. How does this technology enhance the user experience in virtual reality applications? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing this technology in real-world environments?

• • Frequently Updated Research:**

Stay updated on advancements in spatial audio technology and its applications in various industries.

Original Abstract Submitted

a wearable spatial audio device is provided. the wearable spatial audio device includes one or more audio speakers, one or more processors, and a storage machine holding instructions executable by the one or more processors. map data is obtained for a real-world environment that includes one or more dynamic audio objects. a device-specific subset of audio tracks is obtained, and a device-specific spatialized audio mix of the device-specific subset of audio tracks that is based on the map data is obtained. an indication of a change in an environmental condition relative to one or more of the dynamic audio objects is received. the device-specific spatialized audio mix is adjusted based on the change in the environmental condition.