Abstract: A sound bubble for generating three-dimensional aural phenomenon from a two-dimensional sound reproducing surface. The surface is comprised of sound pixels that are discrete, addressable output locations for audio data streams.

Abstract: A sound spreader accepts one or more input signals and generates a plurality of output signals, wherein the output signals are transmitted to a plurality of transducers each generating acoustical energy that together comprise a sound field. The spreader placing sounds within the sound field by means of selection and delay of the output signals. The spreader also detects changes in the input signals and alters the output signals accordingly to alter a subjective placement of the acoustical energy in the sound field.

Abstract: The present invention provides a one-bit run-length encoder system that encrypts and compresses a digital audio, and one-bit run-length playback system.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for dynamic, adaptive mapping of three-dimensional aural phenomenon to a two-dimensional sound reproducing surface. The surface is comprised of sound pixels that are discrete, addressable output locations. Actual or synthetic recorded audio material is decomposed into discrete sound sources which are then mapped to the sound pixels. This mapping occurs during the production phase by means of computer-aided design (CAD) system. The CAD system guides the sound designer in the implementation of complex acoustical designs by automating the most complex and computationally intensive functions. The mapping function can be extended to integrate real-time human interaction, ultimately creating a participatory, interactive virtual sound environment.

Abstract: A sound bubble for generating three-dimensional aural phenomenon from a two-dimensional sound reproducing surface. The surface is comprised of sound pixels that are discrete, addressable output locations for audio data streams.

Abstract: Applications of digitally-controlled nano-mechanical structures are described, including both digital video and audio systems. For video systems, the nano-mechanical structures comprise resonant membrane spatial light modulators (SLMs), which are used in either transmissive mode or reflective mode operations to generate images. For audio systems, the nano-mechanical structures comprise resonant membrane spatial acoustic modulators (SAMs), which are used in reflective mode operations to generate sounds. For both SLMs and SAMs, a flexible support layer is deformed upon application of an electrical potential to the device, thus altering either the optical or acoustical characteristics of the device, respectively.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for dynamic, adaptive mapping of three-dimensional aural phenomenon to a two-dimensional sound reproducing surface. The surface is comprised of sound pixels that are discrete, addressable output locations. Actual or synthetic recorded audio material is decomposed into discrete sound sources which are then mapped to the sound pixels. This mapping occurs during the production phase by means of computer-aided design (CAD) system. The CAD system guides the sound designer in the implementation of complex acoustical designs by automating the most complex and computationally intensive functions. The mapping function can be extended to integrate real-time human interaction, ultimately creating a participatory, interactive virtual sound environment.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for dynamic, adaptive mapping of three-dimensional aural phenomenon to a two-dimensional sound reproducing surface. The surface is comprised of sound pixels that are discrete, addressable output locations. Actual or synthetic recorded audio material is decomposed into discrete sound sources which are then mapped to the sound pixels. This mapping occurs during the production phase by means of computer-aided design (CAD) system. The CAD system guides the sound designer in the implementation of complex acoustical designs by automating the most complex and computationally intensive functions. The mapping function can be extended to integrate real-time human interaction, ultimately creating a participatory, interactive virtual sound environment.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for dynamic, adaptive mapping of three-dimensional aural phenomenon to a two-dimensional sound reproducing surface. The surface is comprised of sound pixels that are discrete, addressable output locations. Actual or synthetic recorded audio material is decomposed into discrete sound sources which are then mapped to the sound pixels. This mapping occurs during the production phase by means of computer-aided design (CAD) system. The CAD system guides the sound designer in the implementation of complex acoustical designs by automating the most complex and computationally intensive functions. The mapping function can be extended to integrate real-time human interaction, ultimately creating a participatory, interactive virtual sound environment.