System for conveying musical beat information to the hearing impaired
US6694035B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 5, 2001 |
| Grant date | Feb 17, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 16, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04R2205/041
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A beat detection system provides tactile stimulation in response to musical characteristics and in particular to repetitive musical beat information. The device processes multiple acoustic bands and separates out the beat information from each band. Each band provides beat information to respective tactile mechanisms that convey the beat information to the user. The device can be worn by a person with a hearing disability to enable them to appreciate the beat of music.
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