Phase plug and acoustic lens for direct radiating loudspeaker
US8418802B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 3, 2012 |
| Grant date | Apr 16, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 3, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04R1/345
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A phase plugs or acoustic lens improves the directional audio performance of a loudspeaker. Application of the improved directional audio performance to a sound system in a listening area may improve the performance of the audio system. Configuration of the acoustic lens or phase plug may include both symmetrical and asymmetrical features to provide an improved frequency response and directivity. The improved loudspeaker may provide improved an improved listing location, for example, in a vehicle.
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