| EPSRC Reference: |
GR/M53363/01 |
| Title: |
THE CAMERA-BASED SYNTHESIS OF HUMAN HEAD-RELATED TRANSFER FUNCTIONS |
| Principal Investigator: |
Tew, Mr AI |
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| Department: |
Electronics |
| Organisation: |
University of York |
| Scheme: |
Standard Research (Pre-FEC) |
| Starts: |
22 July 1999 |
Ends: |
21 July 2002 |
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201,908
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| Cognitive Science Appl. in ICT |
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We seek to create acoustically authentic boundary element models of the head and shoulders, derived from 3D images of human subjects. A programme of progressive refinement and validation of the technique is planned. Using the specified shape capture system and high performance computation platform we estimate that reliable simulation of acoustic wave propagation around the head will be possible up to at least 11.5 kHz. The model will be a powerful tool in acoustical studies of human hearing, especially providing new insights into the link between the human form and sound localisation mechanisms. We propose to use the model to synthesise families of head-related transfer functions (HRTFs) for several normal subjects. By means of perceptual measures and formal listening tests these image-derived personalities HRTFs will be validated against personalised HRTFs measuring using the conventional acoustic method. A successful outcome to this work will contribute to the development of a simple image-based process for creating accurately spatialised sound tailored to an individual. The ultimate convenience of this approach is expected to lead to greatly expanded applications of 3D sound in a wide range of consumer electronic products.
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