Sound Recognition Application for Vocal Octave Analysis

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current methods for improving vocal performance are subjective, lengthy, and difficult for individuals without musical training, lacking an engaging and effective way to compare and improve their voice against a famous voice.

Innovation Solution

A system and method that records a user's vocal performance, analyzes the octaves, and compares them to those of famous vocalists, identifying deficiencies and providing a platform for improvement through a computer-based sound recognition application and database of polyphonic sounds.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If traditional vocal learning methods are used, then vocal performance improvement may be achieved, but the process is subjective, lengthy, and difficult for individuals without musical training

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvevocal performance assessmentVSAvoiduser-friendliness
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces subjective human evaluation with automated sound recognition technology using machine learning algorithms. The system objectively analyzes vocal presentations by comparing them against reference vocalists, eliminating the need for expert instructors and making the assessment process accessible to users without musical training.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The system introduces an intermediary computational layer that processes and compares vocal data between the user and reference vocalists. This intermediary analysis provides objective feedback on octave range deficiencies, bridging the gap between user performance and professional standards without requiring direct human expertise.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Productivity

If traditional vocal learning methods are used, then vocal performance improvement may be achieved, but the process is lengthy and lacks engagement

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvelearning efficiencyVSAvoidtraining time
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDuration of action of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The system provides immediate automated feedback by analyzing the user's vocal presentation and comparing it to reference vocalists in real-time. This instant feedback identifies specific octave range deficiencies and guides targeted practice, significantly reducing the time required to achieve vocal improvement compared to traditional methods.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The system enables users to independently assess and improve their vocal performance without requiring lengthy instruction from trainers. The automated analysis and comparison features allow users to self-diagnose octave range deficiencies and track their progress autonomously, making the learning process more efficient and self-directed.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

3Measurement precision

If automated sound recognition is implemented, then objective assessment and engagement are improved, but system complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvevocal analysis accuracyVSAvoidsystem architecture
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system employs a universal sound recognition platform that handles multiple functions including octave range detection, vocalist matching, and deficiency identification through a single integrated analysis process. This multi-functional approach achieves high measurement precision without proportionally increasing system complexity.

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

Solution Approach 2:

The system creates simplified digital representations (copies) of complex vocal characteristics by analyzing and comparing octave ranges against reference vocalists. This copying approach allows accurate vocal assessment through manageable data structures that don't require overly complex system architecture.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #26Copying

Data Source

PatentUS9595203B2Systems and methods of sound recognition
Publication Date: 2017.03.14 OSEMLAK DAVID MICHAEL
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AI summary

An entertaining and engaging voice system of sound recognition embodying a method for improving a user's vocal performance by comparing the user's voice to that of a famous voice is presented. The voice system may include at least one database and a sound recognition application for storing, accessing, analyzing and processing vocal presentations of the user and recorded music or polyphonic sounds of famous vocalists so as to match and compare the user's vocal presentation thereto for improving their vocal performance.