Sonos, Inc. (20240236569). ARRAY AUGMENTATION FOR AUDIO PLAYBACK DEVICES simplified abstract
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ARRAY AUGMENTATION FOR AUDIO PLAYBACK DEVICES
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Hilmar Lehnert of Framington MA (US)
Chris Davies of Santa Barbara CA (US)
Paul Maclean of Quincy MA (US)
ARRAY AUGMENTATION FOR AUDIO PLAYBACK DEVICES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240236569 titled 'ARRAY AUGMENTATION FOR AUDIO PLAYBACK DEVICES
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes systems and methods for providing augmented arrays for audio playback. This involves using multiple transducers to output audio along different acoustic axes, canceling out unwanted sound in specific spatial regions.
- First transducer outputs audio along a first acoustic axis
- Second transducer outputs audio along a second acoustic axis
- Device receives a source stream of audio content with multiple input channels
- First audio output is directed along the first acoustic axis
- Second audio output cancels out the first audio output in a specific spatial region
Key Features and Innovation:
- Utilizes multiple transducers for audio playback
- Cancels out unwanted sound in specific spatial regions
- Enhances audio quality and directionality
Potential Applications:
- Home audio systems
- Surround sound setups
- Virtual reality and gaming audio
Problems Solved:
- Improving audio directionality
- Minimizing unwanted sound interference
- Enhancing the listening experience
Benefits:
- Enhanced audio quality
- Improved spatial audio effects
- Immersive listening experience
Commercial Applications: Augmented arrays for audio playback can be used in various commercial applications such as high-end audio systems, professional recording studios, and entertainment venues to provide superior sound quality and directionality.
Prior Art: Prior art related to this technology may include research on audio beamforming, spatial audio processing, and acoustic cancellation techniques.
Frequently Updated Research: Researchers are continually exploring advancements in audio playback technology, including methods to further enhance spatial audio effects and improve sound reproduction accuracy.
Questions about Augmented Arrays for Audio Playback: 1. How does this technology compare to traditional stereo or surround sound systems? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing augmented arrays for audio playback in different environments?
Original Abstract Submitted
systems and methods for providing augmented arrays for audio playback are disclosed. an example playback device includes a first transducer configured to output audio along a first acoustic axis and a second transducer configured to output audio along a second acoustic axis. the playback device is configured to receive a source stream of audio content including at least a first input channel and a second input channel. the device plays back first audio output via the first transducer based on the first input channel and directed along the first acoustic axis, and plays back second audio output via the second transducer based on the second input channel and directed along the second acoustic axis, wherein the second audio output at least partially cancels the first audio output along a first spatial region offset from the first acoustic axis.
