Peking opera strike music cage

By designing a hollow structure and push-pull multi-linked doors, the problem of excessive sound pressure in Peking Opera performances is solved, sound pressure adjustment and sound quality improvement are achieved, and the audience's auditory experience is enhanced.

CN223217989UActive Publication Date: 2025-08-12FERD MANSON MULTIMEDIA TECH SHANGHAI
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Application Number
CN202421972486.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-08-15
Publication Date
2025-08-12
Estimated Expiration
2034-08-15

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Technical Problem

In modern Peking Opera performances, the sound pressure problem of percussion music gradually emerges, affecting the audience's auditory experience.

Method used

A Peking Opera percussion cage is designed. The back is a hollow structure coupled with the stage orchestra pool. The left and right sides are push-pull multi-linked doors to adjust the sound leakage. The inside is a foldable reflective surface. The front is a transparent acrylic board or glass. The bottom plate and the top plate are connected by a profile structure, equipped with a silent fan and lighting system.

Benefits of technology

Effectively control sound pressure, avoid standing wave reflection, enhance sound quality clarity and audience immersion, and provide a harmonious musical accompaniment environment.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of acoustics, in particular to a Peking opera strike music cage, the back face of the Peking opera strike music cage is of a hollow structure, and the Peking opera strike music cage is used for enabling the Peking opera strike music cage to be coupled with the space of the back of a stage music pool, absorbing sound energy and reducing standing wave reflection sound generated by percussion music in the cage. Push-pull type multi-linkage doors are arranged on the left side and the right side of the Peking opera strike music cage, the push-pull type multi-linkage doors adjust the sound leakage amount of percussion music by adjusting the opening degree of each linkage door, and the push-pull type multi-linkage doors are of a foldable structure and used for forming non-parallel reflecting surfaces in the cage. The utility model has the advantages that the multi-linkage doors on the left side and the right side of the music cage can adjust the direct sound intensity transmitted to the auditorium; the multi-linkage door enables non-parallel reflecting surfaces to be formed in the music cage, and acoustic staining caused by standing waves is avoided. The back face of the music cage is provided with a completely-open hollow structure, sound energy is effectively absorbed, and the standing wave reflection sound defect generated by percussion music in the music cage is reduced.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of acoustics, in particular to a music cage for Peking opera percussion music. Background Art

[0002] Traditional percussion instruments, such as gongs, drums, and cymbals, inject strong emotions and dynamics into Peking Opera performances with their unique rhythms and timbres. However, in modern Peking Opera performances, with the addition of other instruments and the diversification of orchestra configurations, the sound pressure problem of percussion instruments has gradually emerged.

[0003] Therefore, there is an urgent need to design a Peking opera percussion music cage to enhance the auditory experience of the audience during opera performances. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of the present invention is to overcome the shortcomings of the existing technology and provide a Peking Opera percussion music cage for controlling the sound insulation level during Peking Opera percussion performances to ensure that the sound insulation level is not too high so as to reasonably convey the loudness of the percussion performance in the music cage to the audience.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, a Peking Opera percussion cage is designed. The back of the cage has a hollow structure, which is used to couple the cage with the space behind the stage orchestra pit, absorb sound energy, and reduce standing wave reflections generated by the percussion instruments within the cage. The left and right sides of the cage are provided with sliding multi-linked doors. The sliding multi-linked doors adjust the amount of sound leakage from the percussion instruments by adjusting the opening degree of each linked door. The sliding multi-linked doors are foldable structures, which are used to form non-parallel reflection surfaces within the cage.

[0006] Preferably, the Peking Opera percussion music cage provided by the present invention has other technical features, wherein the front portion of the Peking Opera percussion music cage is a transparent acrylic plate or glass.

[0007] Preferably, the Peking Opera percussion music cage provided by the present invention has other technical features, wherein the Peking Opera percussion music cage also includes a bottom plate and a top plate, the left and right sides of the bottom plate and the top plate are respectively connected to the pressure strips, and the pressure strips adopt a profile structure and are socketed with the edge of the bottom plate or the top plate through a mortise and tenon structure.

[0008] Preferably, the Peking Opera percussion music cage provided by the present invention has other technical features, wherein both the front and rear ends of the pressure strip are provided with slots for connecting to support columns.

[0009] Preferably, the Peking Opera percussion music cage provided by the present invention has other technical features, among which the sliding multi-linkage door adopts a foldable four-linkage door structure, and the four-linkage door adopts an upper and lower track system. The upper track is fixed on the pressure strip connected to the top plate and is connected with screws; the lower track is fixed on the pressure strip connected to the bottom plate and is also connected with screws.

[0010] Preferably, the Peking Opera percussion music cage provided by the present invention has other technical features, among which, it also includes a handle, which is L-shaped and connected to the bottom of the Peking Opera percussion music cage bottom plate, and the bottom of the Peking Opera percussion music cage bottom plate is also provided with a roller.

[0011] Compared with the prior art, the utility model has the following advantages:

[0012] 1. Sound Pressure Adjustment: Multi-linked doors on the left and right sides of the music cage fine-tune the amount of sound leakage from percussion instruments, thereby adjusting the direct sound level reaching the audience. This design ensures that percussion instruments played in the orchestra pit simulate the acoustic effects of playing through the backstage doors. Sound is diffracted off the stage and reflected back into the audience, while also controlling the degree of sound energy attenuation.

[0013] 2. Acoustically Reflective Surface Design: The multi-linked door design creates non-parallel reflective surfaces within the music cage, effectively avoiding the acoustic coloration caused by standing waves. This reflective surface optimizes sound wave propagation within the music cage, enhancing the clarity and naturalness of the sound quality.

[0014] 3. Coupling Space: The back of the music cage features a completely open, hollowed-out structure that couples with the space behind the stage orchestra pit. This effectively absorbs sound energy and reduces standing wave reflections caused by percussion instruments within the music cage. This design also creates a pleasant auditory effect, diffracting sound into the audience area and enhancing the audience's sense of immersion. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] Figure 1 , is a front view of the utility model;

[0016] Figure 2 , is a left side view of the utility model;

[0017] Figure 3 , is the right side view of the utility model;

[0018] Figure 4 , is a rear view of the utility model;

[0019] Figure 5 , is a top view of the utility model;

[0020] Figure 6 , is a 45° oblique perspective view of the front side of the utility model;

[0021] Figure 7 , is a 45° oblique stereoscopic view of the rear side of the utility model.

[0022] In the figure: 1 hollow structure, 2 multi-linked doors, 3 acrylic plate or glass, 4 bottom plate, 5 top plate, 6 molding, 7 handle, 8 silent fan and lighting system, 9 rollers, 10 support column. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] In order to make the purpose, principle and structure of the present invention more clear, it is further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0024] See also Figure 1-7 The utility model provides a Peking opera percussion music cage, comprising:

[0025] Hollow structure 1: The back of the music cage adopts hollow structure 1, which allows the music cage to form acoustic coupling with the space behind the stage orchestra pit, effectively absorbing sound energy, reducing internal standing wave reflection sound, and thus improving sound quality.

[0026] The music cage is equipped with two sliding, multi-linked doors (two linked doors) on both sides. The amount of sound leakage from percussion instruments is controlled by adjusting the opening degree of each linked door. The doors are foldable, adding internal non-parallel reflective surfaces to further optimize sound wave scattering.

[0027] Acrylic plate or glass 3: The front of the music cage is equipped with a transparent acrylic plate or glass 3, which not only protects the instruments from damage but also does not affect the audience's viewing of the percussionists. Specifically, 10 mm acrylic plate or glass 3 can be used to ensure safety and stability.

[0028] The music cage consists of a bottom panel 4 and a top panel 5, connected to either panel 4 or 5 by a pressure strip 6 on either side. The pressure strip 6 is a profiled structure and slots into the panel edges with a mortise and tenon joint to enhance overall stability. The bottom and top panels 4 and 5 are constructed of 38mm aluminum alloy sandwich composite wall panels covered with a polymer damping material. A custom nylon carpet is also placed on the bottom panel 4, providing complete coverage and excellent sound absorption. The sound-absorbing panels within the music cage are made of environmentally friendly, odorless Velcro and comply with European RoHS standards.

[0029] The support column 10 and the pressure strip 6 are provided with slots at the front and rear ends for fixing the support column 10 and enhancing the structural strength of the music cage.

[0030] Multi-linked door 2 track system, the sliding multi-linked door 2 adopts a four-linked door structure and is equipped with an upper and lower track system. The upper track is fixed to the top plate 5 and connected to the pressure strip 6, and the lower track is fixed to the bottom plate 4 and connected to the pressure strip 6. Both are connected by screws to ensure smooth operation of the door.

[0031] Portable handle 7 and roller 9: An L-shaped handle 7 and roller 9 are installed at the bottom of the music cage bottom plate 4, which makes it easy to move and position the music cage and improves the flexibility of use.

[0032] A silent fan and lighting system 8 is also installed on the ceiling 5 of the music cage. It features a 4000K natural light color temperature LED central lighting system, a pre-installed expandable power supply, and 18mm molecular damping and vibration reduction material surrounding the cabin. A multi-sound barrier silent fan fresh air system eliminates sound leakage and reduces noise. The cabin air is completely refreshed every 3 minutes to ensure sufficient oxygen content.

[0033] This design of Peking Opera percussion cage aims to provide a more harmonious and professional music accompaniment environment for modern Peking Opera performances through sophisticated acoustic design and structural optimization.

[0034] The dismantling steps of the present invention are as follows: S1. Remove the multi-link doors 2 on both sides; S2. Remove the moldings 6 on both sides of the top plate 5; S3. Remove the top plate 5 and the internal sound-absorbing material; S4. Remove the front acrylic plate or glass 3; S5. Remove the moldings 6 on both sides of the bottom plate 4; S6. Remove the bottom plate 4 and the floor carpet.

[0035] It is worth noting that the present invention has the following technical features:

[0036] Connection between the pressure strip 6 and the bottom plate 4: The pressure strip 6 adopts a profile design and is tightly connected to the bottom edge of the bottom plate 4 through a mortise and tenon structure to ensure the stability and detachability of the structure.

[0037] Connecting the bottom and top panels 4, 5, and the front acrylic panel or glass 3: An acrylic panel or glass 3 is placed between the bottom and top panels 4, with an aluminum profile with grooves placed above and below. The grooves are the same width as the thickness of the acrylic panel or glass 3, effectively fitting the acrylic panel or glass 3 and ensuring a secure fit between the top and bottom panels 5 and the bottom panel 4.

[0038] Connecting the Multi-Link Door 2 to the Holding Strip 6: The Multi-Link Door 2 utilizes an upper and lower track system. The upper track is secured to the holding strip 6 on the top plate 5 with screws, while the lower track is secured to the holding strip on the bottom plate, also with screws. The Multi-Link Door 2 slides between the upper and lower tracks, ensuring smooth movement.

[0039] Structure of the Multi-Link Door 2: The four-link door is a sliding door design, allowing the door body to be linked and pulled from either side, allowing for flexible adjustment of the opening degree to meet different usage requirements. The Multi-Link Door 2 also has a folding design. Adjusting the opening degree adjusts the ratio of sound insulation to sound transmission. Furthermore, the modular structure is more manufacturable and practical, and the Multi-Link Door 2 on both sides features adjustable features. Fully open, the sound insulation is approximately 6dB, while fully closed, the sound insulation is approximately 15dB. Sound control is achieved by controlling the opening degree of the four-link door.

[0040] The cage's mobility is enhanced by a handle 7 welded to its base and four universal rollers 9 (with brakes), allowing for easy movement and stopping. Four adjustable support legs ensure stability even on uneven surfaces. The design was inspired by a conductor's podium, as both require excellent mobility. This design significantly improves efficiency during transport and on-stage movement.

[0041] The open hollow structure 1 on the back uses the "coupled space" principle to form a sound-absorbing structure with the stage. On the one hand, it ensures good loudness and direct sound effects on the stage. On the other hand, it provides sound energy dissipation for the performers in the music cage to achieve a sound absorption effect, and once again, it achieves an auditory experience simulation similar to the diffraction of the end door for the sound energy propagation of percussion instruments in the audience area.

[0042] High light transmittance, with three sides using extremely narrow frames and high light transmittance acrylic panels or glass 3, which will not affect the musicians' performance and communication as much as possible, ensuring the overall beauty of the stage.

[0043] The above description is only a specific implementation method of this utility model, but the protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any technician familiar with this technical field, within the technical scope disclosed by this utility model, can make equivalent substitutions or changes based on the technical solutions and new concepts of this utility model, which should be covered by the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A Peking opera percussion music cage, characterized in that The back of the Peking Opera percussion cage is a hollow structure, which is used to couple the Peking Opera percussion cage with the space behind the stage orchestra pit, absorb sound energy and reduce standing wave reflection sound generated by the percussion instruments in the cage; The left and right sides of the Peking Opera percussion instrument cage are provided with sliding multi-linked doors. The sliding multi-linked doors adjust the amount of sound leakage from the percussion instruments by adjusting the degree of opening of each linking door. The sliding multi-linked doors are foldable structures and are used to form non-parallel reflection surfaces in the music cage.

2. A Peking opera percussion music cage as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that The front part of the Peking opera percussion music cage is a transparent acrylic plate or glass.

3. A Peking opera percussion music cage as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that The Peking Opera percussion instrument cage also includes a bottom plate and a top plate, which are connected by a number of support columns. The left and right sides of the bottom plate and the top plate are respectively connected to the pressure strips. The pressure strips adopt a profile structure and are socketed with the edge of the bottom plate or the top plate through a mortise and tenon structure.

4. A Peking opera percussion music cage as claimed in claim 3, characterized in that The front and rear ends of the pressure strip are both provided with slots for connecting to the support columns.

5. The Peking opera percussion music cage according to claim 1, characterized in that The sliding multi-linkage door adopts a foldable four-linkage door structure, and the four-linkage door adopts an upper and lower track system. The upper track is fixed on the pressure strip connected to the top plate and is connected with screws; the lower track is fixed on the pressure strip connected to the bottom plate and is also connected with screws.

6. The Peking opera percussion music cage according to claim 1, characterized in that The percussion instrument cage also includes a handle, which is L-shaped and connected to the bottom of the bottom plate of the Peking Opera percussion instrument cage. The bottom of the Peking Opera percussion instrument cage is also provided with a roller.