Adaptive Audio Systems for Enhanced Human Experience
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept applies the core technology of generating unique non-looping sound streams to new applications and use cases, enabling personalized therapy plans, immersive audio experiences, enhanced focus and productivity, adaptive audio feedback for physical therapy exercises, and interactive audio stories for children.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent addressed the limitations of traditional ambient sound recordings by generating unique non-looping sound streams. However, these sound streams were primarily used for relaxation and meditation. The new inventive concept expands the scope of this technology to address various human experiences, such as emotional wellness, cognitive function, and interactive storytelling, providing more tailored and engaging audio experiences.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept leverages the original patent's core technology to generate unique non-looping sound streams, but adapts it to various new applications and use cases. For instance, in personalized therapy plans, the system selects audio clips related to emotional wellness based on user preferences. In immersive audio experiences for virtual reality environments, the system applies a timeline rendering function to arrange selected audio segments, creating a seamless audio experience. Similarly, in enhancing focus and productivity, the system allows users to select audio segments based on sound characteristics and tempo. The system also generates adaptive audio feedback for physical therapy exercises by adjusting audio segments in real-time based on user performance data. Finally, the system creates interactive audio stories for children by tailoring the sound stream to user preferences and interactive choices.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept introduces a novel application of the original patent's core technology to various human experiences, providing a non-obvious solution to the limitations of traditional audio experiences. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the technology to new use cases, enabling more personalized, engaging, and interactive audio experiences.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include using different audio clip databases, incorporating additional user input modalities, or integrating with various hardware devices. Variations could also include applying the technology to other industries, such as education, healthcare, or entertainment.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The new inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, education, and entertainment. The market for personalized therapy plans, immersive audio experiences, and interactive audio stories is substantial, with potential applications in mental health, cognitive development, and experiential entertainment.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A63 | A63F13/54 |
| G | G06 | G06F3/165 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Audio signal processing and interactive media systems, involving digital audio manipulation, stream generation, and user-interactive sound experiences with expertise in software engineering, signal processing, and user interface design
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A skilled practitioner with a degree in computer science or electrical engineering, familiar with digital audio technologies, software development for media applications, and user experience design principles
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the source patent's core technology of generating non-looping sound streams provides a foundational framework that can be readily adapted to various contextual applications. The PTD demonstrates predictable extensions of the original audio stream generation method by applying the core technological principles to different domain-specific use cases. The variations represent logical combinations of known audio processing techniques with specific application contexts, which would be apparent to a skilled practitioner seeking to expand the utility of the original audio stream generation technology.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,880 |
|---|---|
| Title | Systems for generating unique non-looping sound streams from audio clips and audio tracks |
| Assignee(s) | SYNAPTICATS, INC. |