Post-processing of binaural signals

By performing frequency domain analysis and separation on the binaural signals, the level and phase difference of the head-related transfer function are estimated, solving the problem of poor binaural audio processing in existing technologies and achieving a better listener experience and personalized audio processing effects.

CN122420733APending Publication Date: 2026-07-17DOLBY LABORATORIES LICENSING CORP +1
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
DOLBY LABORATORIES LICENSING CORP
Filing Date
2021-12-16
Publication Date
2026-07-17

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing audio post-processing systems struggle to effectively utilize frequency-dependent level and time differences when processing binaural audio, resulting in a poor listening experience. Furthermore, current methods typically only rotate the overall mix or coherent elements, failing to effectively separate and process binaural rendered objects.

Method used

By transforming the binaural signals to the frequency domain, the level and phase differences of the head-related transfer function are estimated, the principal and residual components are separated, and different processing parameters are used to process them to achieve frequency-related level and time difference processing.

Benefits of technology

It enhances the listener experience of binaural audio by personalizing processing based on the location and characteristics of the object, increasing speech level, attenuating background noise, and providing better dynamic range and immersion.

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Abstract

本公开涉及双耳信号的后处理。提供了用于音频处理的方法、存储介质和装置。所述方法包括:对双耳信号执行信号变换,包括:将双耳信号从第一信号域变换到第二信号域;以及生成变换后的双耳信号;对变换后的双耳信号执行空间分析,其中,执行空间分析包括生成多个估计渲染参数,其中,多个估计渲染参数包括多个电平差和多个相位差;使用多个估计渲染参数的至少第一子集从变换后的双耳信号中提取多个估计对象,其中,提取多个估计对象包括生成左主分量信号、右主分量信号、左残余分量信号和右残余分量信号;以及使用多个估计渲染参数的至少第二子集对多个估计对象执行对象处理,其中,执行对象处理包括基于上述分量信号来生成处理信号。
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