8results about "Microphone throat mounting" patented technology

An apparatus is described which comprises the following: (a) a housing configured to be carried in an ear, (b) a motion sensor unit for acquiring motion data, (c) a physiological sensor unit for acquiring physiological data, (d) a data processing unit configured to generate performance data based on the motion data and / or the physiological data, (e) a signal processing unit configured to generate an audio signal based on the generated performance data, and (f) a loudspeaker for outputting the generated audio signal, wherein the motion sensor unit, the physiological sensor unit, the loudspeaker, the data processing unit, and the signal processing unit are incorporated in the housing. Furthermore, a system, a method and a use is described.

Devices, systems, and methods herein relate to the measurement of reflected acoustic waveforms to generate vocal data and avoid undesired noise, minimize calibration and set up, and improve continuous usability. These systems, devices, and methods may include transmitting an acoustic waveform through air to a skin of a subject, measuring a reflected acoustic waveform reflected by the skin of the subject, and processing the measured reflected acoustic waveform to generate vocal data of the subject.

Voice command recognition and natural language recognition are carried out using an accelerometer that senses signals from the vibrations of one or more bones of a user and receives no audio input. Since word recognition is made possible using solely the signal from the accelerometer from a person's bone conduction as they speak, an acoustic microphone is not needed and thus not used to collect data for word recognition. According to one embodiment, a housing contains an accelerometer and a processor, both within the same housing. The accelerometer is preferably a MEMS accelerometer which is capable of sensing the vibrations that are present in the bone of a user as the user is speaking words. A machine learning algorithm is applied to the collected data to correctly recognize words spoken by a person with significant difficulties in creating audible language.

Devices, systems, and methods herein relate to the measurement of reflected acoustic waveforms to generate vocal data and avoid undesired noise, minimize calibration and set up, and improve continuous usability. These systems, devices, and methods may include transmitting an acoustic waveform through air to a skin of a subject, measuring a reflected acoustic waveform reflected by the skin of the subject, and processing the measured reflected acoustic waveform to generate vocal data of the subject.

A sound generation system is disclosed. The sound generation system includes a housing with a first opening and a second opening. The housing defines an air passage between the first opening and the second opening. The sound generation system includes a movable member disposed within the housing. The movable member is configured to vibrate in response to air flowing through the air passage. The sound generation system includes a conversion module configured to convert vibrations of the movable member into an electrical signal. The sound generation system includes a speaker module configured to convert the electrical signal into sound and output the sound into the user's oral cavity. The sound generation system is configured such that, during use, air pressure at or near the second opening corresponds to air pressure within the user's oral cavity.

The invention provides a method and system for a hybrid analog-digital stethoscope. In one embodiment, an electronic stethoscope includes: a chest piece including a sound acquisition interface and a plurality of electronic components, where the plurality of electronic components includes one or more microphones and one or more speakers; the output tube is connected with the stethoscope head through a connector comprising a mode switching port, and when the mode switching port is located at a first position of a digital mode, the output tube keeps acoustic communication with one or more loudspeakers; and when the mode switching port is in the second position of the simulation mode, the output tube is kept in acoustic communication with the sound acquisition interface.

According to the present invention there is provided an artificial voice generation system designed to restore or augment speech for individuals experiencing voice loss or desiring an alternative vocal quality. The system comprises a controllable air pump, an airflow member delivering air to the user's oral cavity, and a sound generation member— such as a replaceable membrane cartridge—configured to vibrate and produce sound in response to airflow. A user interface allows manual or automatic modulation of airflow and voice parameters, enabling real-time adjustment of pitch, loudness, and voice quality, including male, female, or non-binary characteristics. The system may include sensors for pressure and airflow, anti-jamming features, and can be adapted for use with or without a neck stoma, making it suitable for a wide range of users, from laryngectomy patients to those with temporary or chronic voice loss. By providing a customisable, high-quality artificial voice source with improved naturalness and intelligibility, the invention addresses limitations of existing devices such as electrolarynxes and tracheoesophageal prostheses, offering a versatile and user-friendly solution for voice rehabilitation and enhancement.

Methods and systems for a hybrid analog-digital stethoscope is herein provided. In one example, an electronic stethoscope comprises a chestpiece including a sound collecting interface and a plurality of electronic components, wherein the plurality of electronic components includes one or more microphones and one or more speakers; an output tube coupled to the chestpiece via a connector comprising a mode switching port, wherein the output tube, when the mode switching port is in a first position for digital mode, is in acoustic communication with the one or more speakers and, when the mode switching port is in a second position for analog mode, is in acoustic communication with the sound collecting interface.