49 results about "Soundscape" patented technology

An immersive audio-visual system (and a method) for creating an enhanced interactive and immersive audio-visual environment is disclosed. The immersive audio-visual environment enables participants to enjoy true interactive, immersive audio-visual reality experience in a variety of applications. The immersive audio-visual system comprises an immersive video system, an immersive audio system and an immersive audio-visual production system. The video system creates immersive stereoscopic videos that mix live videos, computer generated graphic images and human interactions with the system. The immersive audio system creates immersive sounds with each sound resource positioned correct with respect to the position of an associated participant in a video scene. The immersive audio-video production system produces an enhanced immersive audio and videos based on the generated immersive stereoscopic videos and immersive sounds. A variety of applications are enabled by the immersive audio-visual production including casino-type interactive gaming system and training system.

Disclosed herein are systems and methods enabling hearing aid fitting by a non-expert consumer. The method in one embodiment involves delivering a sequence of test audio signals corresponding to natural sound segments to a non-acoustic input of a programmable hearing device in-situ, while allowing the consumer to adjust fitting parameters based perceptual assessment of hearing device output. The sound segments define a fitting soundscape within the normal human auditory range, with each sound segment corresponding to one or more fitting parameters of the programmable hearing device. The consumer is instructed to listen to the output of the in-situ hearing device and adjust controls related to corresponding fitting parameters. In one embodiment, the fitting system comprises a personal computer and a handheld device providing calibrated test audio signals and programming interface. The systems and methods allow home dispensing of hearing devices without requiring specialized instruments.

The present invention provides the multimodality filtration surveillance comprising of a plurality of filtration stages executed at the backend server to confirm nature of anomaly in an event, the filtration stages comprising: a first filter of a video anomalies detection in the event for a specified time-place value, a second filter of a city soundscape adapted to provide a localized decibel maps of a city, a third filter of a geocoded social network adapted to semantically read and analyze data from one or more social media corresponding to the specified time-place value, and a fourth filter of an event triggered or proactive local participatory surveillance adapted to provide augmented information on the detected anomalies.

A method is provided for allocating bits for quantifying spatial information parameters by frequency sub-band for parametric encoding / decoding of a multichannel audio stream representative of a soundstage consisting of a plurality of sound sources. The method includes a step of quantifying or inversely quantifying, by frequency sub-band, spatial information parameters for the sound sources of the soundscape. The method further includes: assessing a spatial resolution of the current sub-band on the basis of the spectral properties of the sub-band; and determining a number of bits to be allocated to the current sub-band, the number of bits to be allocated being inversely proportional to the estimated spatial resolution. Also provided is a device for allocating quantification bits implementing the above-described method.

A system and method for processing multiple channel audio signals to create a realistic soundscape in a space largely independent of the number of loudspeakers and audio source channels is provided. The system includes an encoding system in the recording process and a decoding system in the local listening area.

Systems, methods and articles of manufacture for outputting an audio effect on a remote device are disclosed. Embodiments select a device from a plurality of devices within a physical environment for use in outputting an audio effect. Upon determining that transmitting the audio effect as uncompressed data to the selected device would violate a predefined performance criteria, the audio effect is modified by determining, for each of a plurality of portions of the audio effect, a respective priority. Additionally, upon determining that a first portion of the plurality of portions of the audio effect is a lower priority, relative to a second portion of the audio effect, embodiments compress the first portion of the audio effect, while the second portion of the audio effect remains uncompressed. The modified audio effect is then transmitted to the selected device for playback.

A modular multiple microphone array method and mounting system that facilitates surround sound multichannel recording. Array configuration allows accurate and repeatable configurations suited to studio and field use. The lightweight design ensures portability and ease of placement in a variety of field recording situations: musical performance recording, film and video production, broadcast, sound effects recording, soundscape recording, etc. Versatility built into the array design allows compatibility with a variety of sound recording standards, from single channel mono to multichannel stereo and surround sound.

The present invention provides the multimodality filtration surveillance comprising of a plurality of filtration stages executed at the backend server to confirm nature of anomaly in an event, the filtration stages comprising: a first filter of a video anomalies detection in the event for a specified time-place value, a second filter of a city soundscape adapted to provide a localized decibel maps of a city, a third filter of a geocoded social network adapted to semantically read and analyze data from one or more social media corresponding to the specified time-place value, and a fourth filter of an event triggered or proactive local participatory surveillance adapted to provide augmented information on the detected anomalies.

Methods and apparatuses for addressing open space noise are disclosed. In one example, a method for masking open space noise includes receiving a sensor data from a sensor arranged to monitor an open space over a time period. The method includes generating a predicted future noise parameter in the open space at a predicted future time from the sensor data. The method further includes adjusting a sound masking noise output from a loudspeaker prior to the predicted future time responsive to the predicted future noise parameter.

A system and method for processing multiple channel audio signals to create a realistic soundscape in a space largely independent of the number of loudspeakers and audio source channels is provided. The system includes an encoding system in the recording process and a decoding system in the local listening area.

A method and system are provided for allowing a sound designer to design and implement interactive soundscapes based on existing waveform audio files, MIDI files, or audio streams. This is accomplished by using a set of tools consisting of an authoring tool for creating specifications of interactive soundscapes visually without having to write complex code, and a graph builder object that recreates the authored soundscape and interacts with it in real-time according to its specification. To give non-programmers the ability to specify and test how a soundscape will interact with programmatic events and user input in an application, the following tools are also provided: an interface to construct a “control panel;” a graphical “trigger-condition-action” specification that defines what actions to take when input from the control panel or application interface is received; a preview mode that enables the sound designer to interact with the soundscape in the same way that the application will; and the ability to save the soundscape as a file that can be edited or used at run-time to recreate the soundscape. Once the interface between the soundscape and the application has been agreed to, the tools allow the sound designer to work independently of the programmer of the media application.

A method for delivering a mixed media message on a client node coupled to a host node over a network such as the Internet is disclosed. The method comprises choosing a soundscape; recording a message; and mixing the soundscape and the message in a predetermined manner. A host node is disclosed which is configured to provide a client node with the means for performing the method is disclosed. A client node is disclosed which is configured to receive means for performing the method is disclosed.

Disclosed herein are systems and methods enabling hearing aid fitting by a non-expert consumer at home. The method in one embodiment involves delivering a sequence of test audio signals corresponding to natural sound segments to a non-acoustic input of a programmable hearing device m~situ, while allowing the consumer to adjust fitting parameters based perceptual assessment of hearing device output. The sound segments define a fitting soundscape representing a practical range of sounds within the normal human auditory range, with each sound segment corresponding to one or more fitting parameters of the programmable hearing device. The consumer is instructed to listen to the output of the in-situ hearing device and adjust controls related to corresponding fitting parameters. The systems and methods disclosed herein allow home dispensing of hearing devices without requiring specialized instruments or clinical settings.

A method is provided for allocating bits for quantifying spatial information parameters by frequency sub-band for parametric encoding / decoding of a multichannel audio stream representative of a soundstage consisting of a plurality of sound sources. The method includes a step of quantifying or inversely quantifying, by frequency sub-band, spatial information parameters for the sound sources of the soundscape. The method further includes: assessing a spatial resolution of the current sub-band on the basis of the spectral properties of the sub-band; and determining a number of bits to be allocated to the current sub-band, the number of bits to be allocated being inversely proportional to the estimated spatial resolution. Also provided is a device for allocating quantification bits implementing the above-described method.

The invention discloses a method for coordinating evaluation of dynamic soundscape in bamboo. The method comprises steps of 1) determining a number of measurement points evenly distributed in a bambooarea to be applied; 2) obtaining the coordinating evaluation scores and equivalent A sound levels of the measurement points by simultaneously performing multi-person soundscape coordinating evaluation testing and Class I sound level meter measurement; 3) establishing an evaluation model based on the coordinating degree of coordination between Geophonies, Biophonies, and Anthrophonies elements based on Weber-Fechner's law and Stevens' law; 4 ) selecting the evaluation model with a greater degree of goodness of fit as the final evaluation model of the element; and 5) calculating a model for coordinating evaluation of the dynamic soundscape. The method approximately converts the sound pressure level data in bamboo into corresponding coordinating evaluation scores of the soundscape, and provides a reference basis for the bamboo construction and development in forest parks, natural reserves and even scenic spots.

The present disclosure is directed to systems (200), apparatus and methods utilizing the soundscape of the appliance (204) to generate content for a dynamic output. In various embodiments, the output generated by the apparatus is varied based on differences in the acoustic signal resulting from changes in the operating state of the appliance (204). By utilizing the soundscape of the appliance (204), a non-repetitive and pseudo-random, but still recognizable outputs associated with the appliance (204), can be generated based on the various operating states of the appliance (204). The user's operation of the appliance (204) may influence the acoustic signal received by the apparatus which may further influence the output produced by the appliance (204). The systems (200), apparatus and methods described herein employ a dynamic acoustic signal of an appliance (204) to provide a user with a dynamic output to engage the user in a manner that increases their interest in and attachment to the appliance (204).

An Eco-acoustic Theatre is a truncated-spherical architectural structure appropriate for listening three-dimensional reconstructions of authentic natural soundscapes and eco-acoustic compositions. It is comprised of: a support structure that holds an external soundproof covering and an internal sound absorbing paneling; terraces of cylindrical concentric steps with decreasing or increasing diameter going upwards, built on grating; an annular screen placed onto the internal surface as to surround the terraces; loudspeakers embedded inside the support structure which convey distinct sound signals towards the terraces to reconstruct three-dimensional soundfields of acoustic ecosystems of primary rainforests (recorded or in streaming); projectors fixed to the said support structure to cast towards the said screen a real-time spectrogram of the average sound signal emitted by the loudspeakers.

Methods and apparatuses for addressing open space noise are disclosed. In one example, a method for masking open space noise includes receiving a plurality of mobile device microphone data from a plurality of mobile devices. A location data associated with each mobile device in the plurality of mobile devices is received. A plurality of stationary microphone data is received from a plurality of stationary microphones. A sound masking noise output is adjusted at one or more loudspeakers responsive to the plurality of mobile device microphone data and the plurality of stationary microphone data.

An arrangement, for reproducing audio data of an acoustic scene, adapted for generating audio signals for at least a first and a second headphone channel of a headphone assembly, the audio signals corresponding to at least one audio object and / or sound source in the acoustic scene comprising at least one given close range and at least one given distant range arranged around a listener, the arrangement comprising a first headphone channel; a second headphone channel; a basic channel provider comprising at least a basic system adapted for reproducing audio signals corresponding to at least one audio object and / or sound source arranged in at least one distant range; a proximity channel provider comprising at least a proximity system adapted for reproducing audio signals corresponding to at least one audio object and / or sound source arranged in at least one close range.

Methods and apparatuses for addressing open space noise are disclosed. In one example, a method for masking open space noise includes receiving a microphone output signal from a microphone, the microphone one of a plurality of microphones in an open space. The method includes detecting a presence of a noise source from the microphone output signal, and determining whether the noise source is capable of being masked with a noise masking sound. The method further includes increasing a volume of a noise masking sound output from a loudspeaker responsive to a determination that the noise source is capable of being masked, the loudspeaker located in a same geographic sub-unit of the open space as the microphone. The loudspeaker is one of a plurality of loudspeakers in the open space.

An Eco-acoustic Theater is a truncated-spherical architectural structure appropriate for listening three-dimensional reconstructions of authentic natural soundscapes and eco-acoustic compositions. It is comprised of: a support structure that holds an external soundproof covering and an internal sound absorbing paneling; terraces of cylindrical concentric steps with decreasing or increasing diameter going upwards, built on grating; an annular screen placed onto the internal surface as to surround the terraces; loudspeakers embedded inside the support structure which convey distinct sound signals towards the terraces to reconstruct three-dimensional soundfields of acoustic ecosystems of primary rainforests (recorded or in streaming); projectors fixed to the said support structure to cast towards the said screen a real-time spectrogram of the average sound signal emitted by the loudspeakers.

The invention relates to a biodiversity monitoring system with a frequency spectrum time-space interface. The system comprises a service layer, a data layer and a display layer, the service layer comprises a user system, a service system and an algorithm system, the service system acquires various biological audios on the island through an audio extraction device and provides a frequency spectrum time space interface for recording, positioning, analysis, annotation and classification, and the algorithm system serves as a background system to achieve corresponding functions through artificial intelligence audio recognition. The artificial intelligence audio identification comprises noise removal, multi-audio separation, automatic classification and single identification, the service system realizes biological audio acquisition, the audio extraction device is used for extracting a sound source and a direction, and the audio extraction device comprises a microphone array and a data processing device. The biodiversity monitoring system provides a complete framework based on ecological data analysis, with a feature mapping technology, an annotation tool is realized, extraction of necessary sound sources is facilitated, the classification time cost is reduced, understanding of sound scenes around a microphone array is facilitated, and understanding of biological sound production and behaviors in more detail is facilitated.

In order to affect the mood of a vehicle operator (for example, to increase attentiveness), embodiments of the invention automatically sequence appropriate audio cues into the sound playback from a vehicle's sound system. These cues represent events related to the vehicle or taking place in the vicinity of the vehicle, and can be modulated or effected so as to better convey the vehicle event. These cues may also be part of a coherent soundscape representing a fantasy scenario, such as motocross, sailing, or stand-up paddle boarding. Both the soundscape and the mapping of vehicle events to sound cues are configurable by the user.

A machine implemented method for simulated sports training includes the steps displaying a simulated environment having one or more virtual objects of a sporting event; displaying to a user a moving object in the simulated environment in accordance with object path data representing an object path and conditions of motion of the moving object as a function of time; correlating soundscape data to the object path data, the soundscape data being dependent on both object path of the moving object in the object path and the conditions of motion; and outputting sound to the user based on the correlated soundscape data either before or during displaying to the user the moving object, thereby providing spatial auditory clues for assisting tracking eye movements of the user to train the user to anticipate or recognize a trajectory of the moving object.

The invention relates to a zoning and time-sharing sound scene presentation method and system and a storage medium. The method comprises: a mobile terminal receiving a sending signal from at least onearea beacon, wherein the sending signal comprises area identification information and signal intensity information; an area identification algorithm in the mobile terminal determining an area where the mobile terminal is located according to the sending signal; on the basis of the determined area where the mobile terminal is located, presenting a corresponding audio scene; when the user leaves orenters a certain area, dynamically changing the audio volume. The system can be used in places such as scenic spots, exhibition halls and shopping malls, and a series of sound landscapes which can bepresented in different regions, different time periods and different groups can be realized by means of beacon equipment arranged in the places and application programs (including iOS platform programs, Android platform programs and applet programs) installed in mobile equipment held by users.