Wireless Electronic Percussion Instruments for Low-Latency Operation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Prior art wireless electronic drums suffer from latency issues, while wired electronic drums are cumbersome due to the need for multiple connections.
Innovation Solution
A drum shell with an integrated electronics portion containing a power source, sensors, and a transmitter that wirelessly sends instrument signals, along with a hub that receives and converts these signals for sound production, minimizing latency and eliminating the need for wired connections.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If wireless connections are used in electronic drums, then ease of operation is improved by eliminating wired connections, but latency increases causing noticeable delay between actuation and sound production
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements preliminary action by pre-establishing wireless communication channels and buffering mechanisms before performance. The system pre-configures multiple wireless transmitters and receivers, and uses predictive algorithms to anticipate signal transmission needs, thereby reducing actual performance latency while maintaining wireless freedom of movement.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces intermediary elements including wireless communication modules, signal processing units, and synchronization protocols that mediate between the drum actuators and audio output. These intermediaries optimize data transmission protocols and implement predictive timing to minimize latency while preserving wireless operation.
2Loss of time
If wired connections are used in electronic drums, then latency is reduced for immediate sound production, but device complexity increases due to multiple connections required for power and sound module
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges power transmission and data communication into unified wireless channels. By combining multiple functions (power delivery, audio signal transmission, control data exchange) into integrated wireless communication protocols, the system eliminates multiple separate wired connections while maintaining low latency through synchronized multi-functional signal paths.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements multi-functionality by designing wireless communication modules that simultaneously handle power delivery, audio signal transmission, and control data exchange. This universal wireless interface replaces multiple specialized wired connections, reducing overall system complexity while maintaining performance requirements.
3Ease of operation
If wireless transmission is implemented in electronic percussion instruments, then ease of operation is improved by eliminating cables, but reliability decreases due to potential signal interference and connection instability
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements feedback mechanisms including real-time signal quality monitoring, automatic error detection and correction protocols, and dynamic adjustment of transmission parameters. The system continuously monitors wireless signal integrity and adjusts power levels, frequency selection, and error correction intensity to maintain reliable communication while preserving wireless freedom of movement.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies beforehand cushioning by implementing redundant wireless transmission channels and predictive error correction mechanisms. The system pre-configures backup communication paths and uses forward error correction codes to compensate for potential signal degradation before it affects performance, ensuring reliable operation in varying electromagnetic environments.
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AI summary
This disclosure relates generally to electronic and methods. More musical instruments, systems, particularly, this disclosure relates to electronic percussion instruments such as tom toms, snare drums, bass drums, cymbals, and hi-hats, and assemblies of instruments (e.g., percussion instruments), such as drum sets. Even more particularly, this disclosure relates to wireless electronic percussion instruments, and percussion instruments with interchangeable and/or removable components to change the instrument between a traditional percussion instrument (that relies on resonance and/or vibration to produce sound) and an electronic percussion instrument. The present disclosure also relates to electronic cymbal instruments, such as cymbal assemblies and hi-hat assemblies, that can be used in conjunction with a traditional acoustic metal cymbal.