Bone Conduction Headset for Intercom Noise Isolation

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Solution Overview

Problem

Intercom devices suffer from weak voice communication confidentiality and interference in noisy environments, limiting their effectiveness and usability due to their single communication mode.

Innovation Solution

A headset communication system comprising a bone conduction headset, an intercom device, and an external communication module, where the bone conduction headset and intercom device are Bluetooth paired through a first and second Bluetooth module, respectively, allowing for improved noise reduction and privacy in voice transmission.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Object-affected harmful factors

If traditional intercom devices are used in noisy environments, then voice communication can be established, but ambient noise causes great interference and users cannot hear the contents clearly

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveambient noise interferenceVSAvoidvoice communication quality
Core Design Contradiction:
Object-affected harmful factorsVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments the audio signal processing into multiple components: ambient noise detection through microphones, bone conduction signal transmission through the skull, and selective noise filtering. This segmentation allows the system to isolate and process different audio frequencies separately, effectively reducing ambient noise interference while maintaining clear voice communication.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces bone conduction as an intermediary transmission path between the speaker and the user's auditory system. Instead of relying solely on air conduction (which is vulnerable to ambient noise), the system uses bone conduction to directly transmit voice signals through the skull to the inner ear, bypassing the external ear canal where ambient noise enters.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Adaptability or versatility

If traditional intercom devices are used, then group communication is enabled, but confidentiality of voice communications is weak

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvegroup communication capabilityVSAvoidvoice communication confidentiality
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSLoss of information

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments communication into public and private channels. The intercom device maintains group communication capabilities through traditional microphones and speakers, while simultaneously enabling private confidential conversations through bone conduction. This segmentation allows users to choose the appropriate communication mode based on confidentiality requirements.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent applies different transmission qualities to different communication needs. Bone conduction provides a private, confidential channel for sensitive conversations, while traditional acoustic transmission serves public group communications. Each transmission path is optimized for its specific purpose, with bone conduction offering localized auditory experience that prevents eavesdropping.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

3Adaptability or versatility

If traditional intercom devices are used, then communication function is provided, but voice communication mode is single and limits usage

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecommunication mode varietyVSAvoidsystem structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent makes the intercom device universal by integrating multiple communication modes into a single system. The device can switch between traditional acoustic communication, bone conduction private communication, and hybrid modes. This multi-functionality allows the same device to serve various communication needs without requiring separate specialized equipment.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent merges bone conduction technology with traditional intercom functionality into a unified system. The bone conduction module is integrated with the existing microphone, speaker, and control systems, allowing seamless switching between communication modes. This combination maintains device simplicity while expanding functional versatility.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

The system enhances voice communication quality by reducing ambient noise interference and protecting privacy through bone conduction technology, enabling effective communication in noisy environments.

Implementation Method 1

a bone conduction headset, an intercom device, and an external communication module. The bone conduction headset may comprise a first Bluetooth module

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectBone conduction:

Data Source

PatentUS12177621B2Headset communication system
Publication Date: 2024.12.24 SHENZHEN SHOKZ CO LTD
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AI summary

Disclosed in the embodiments of the present application is a headset communication system. The headset communication system comprises: a bone conduction headset, comprising a first Bluetooth module; an intercom device, comprising a first external interface; an external communication module, comprising a second external interface and a second Bluetooth module. The external communication module is detachably provided in the intercom device and being coupled to the intercom device by means of the first external interface and the second external interface, and the bone conduction headset and the intercom device perform Bluetooth pairing by means of the first Bluetooth module and the second Bluetooth module so as to establish a Bluetooth connection.