The invention provides a system for generating spatially explicit auditory cues for a recipient. It includes a processor to receive real-time location data of multiple physical entities relative to the recipient's spatial position and visual orientation. An audio generation module transforms this data into distinct audio signals using Head-Related Transfer Functions (HRTFs) to simulate perceived direction and distance. The output device, such as a headset or vehicle speakers, presents these audio signals spatially to allow perception of entities' relative locations. The system can adjust volume based on entity distance, integrate Doppler effects to indicate motion, and mute entities outside predefined distance boundaries. It also supports above-ground and ground assets, with altitude information converted to audible cues. The system monitors the recipient's orientation in real-time to adjust the HRTFs accordingly.


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    Title :

    Spatially Explicit Auditory Cues for Enhanced Situational Awareness


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    2025-01-02


    Type of media :

    Patent


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English


    Classification :

    IPC:    H04S Stereophone Systeme , STEREOPHONIC SYSTEMS / G08G Anlagen zur Steuerung, Regelung oder Überwachung des Verkehrs , TRAFFIC CONTROL SYSTEMS / G10K Tonerzeugungsvorrichtungen , SOUND-PRODUCING DEVICES / H04R LOUDSPEAKERS, MICROPHONES, GRAMOPHONE PICK-UPS OR LIKE ACOUSTIC ELECTROMECHANICAL TRANSDUCERS , Lautsprecher, Mikrofone, Schallplatten-Tonabnehmer oder ähnliche akustische, elektromechanische Wandler



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