公开(公告)号：US09135923B1

公开(公告)日：2015-09-15

申请号：US14605571

申请日：2015-01-26

Applicant: Chengjun Julian Chen

Inventor： Chengjun Julian Chen

IPC: G10L19/02 ,  G10L19/125 ,  G10L19/038 ,  G10L19/035 ,  G10L25/90 ,  G10L19/00

CPC classification number: G10L25/90 ,  G10L19/0212 ,  G10L19/20

Abstract: A pitch-synchronous method and system for speech coding using timbre vectors is disclosed. On the encoder side, speech signal is segmented into pitch-synchronous frames without overlap, then converted into a pitch-synchronous amplitude spectrum using FFT. Using Laguerre functions, the amplitude spectrum is transformed into a timbre vector. Using vector quantization, each timbre vector is converted to a timbre index based on a timbre codebook. The intensity and pitch are also converted into indices respectively using scalar quantization. Those indices are transmitted as encoded speech. On the decoder side, by looking up the same codebooks, pitch, intensity and the timbre vector are recovered. Using Laguerre functions, the amplitude spectrum is recovered. Using Kramers-Kronig relations, the phase spectrum is recovered. Using FFT, the elementary waves are regenerated, and superposed to become the speech signal.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种使用音色矢量进行语音编码的音调同步方法和系统。 在编码器侧，语音信号被分割为音调同步帧而不重叠，然后使用FFT转换为音调同步幅度谱。 使用Laguerre函数，将幅度谱转换为音色矢量。 使用矢量量化，基于音色码本将每个音色矢量转换为音色索引。 强度和音调也分别使用标量量化转换成索引。 这些索引作为编码语音传输。 在解码器侧，通过查找相同的码本，恢复音高，强度和音色矢量。 使用Laguerre函数，恢复幅度谱。 使用Kramers-Kronig关系，恢复相位谱。 使用FFT，基本波被再生，叠加成语音信号。

公开(公告)号：US07555840B2

公开(公告)日：2009-07-07

申请号：US11840428

申请日：2007-08-17

Applicant: Chengjun Julian Chen

Inventor： Chengjun Julian Chen

IPC: G04B49/00 ,  G01C17/34

CPC classification number: G02B3/00 ,  G01C17/34 ,  G02B3/12

Abstract: Sundials and solar compasses including are disclosed. Some embodiments include an omni-directional lens, which can focus a sun beam into a sharp spot with a long depth of field. By projecting the spot onto a cylindrical panel, both the day of the year and the time of the day can be read off simultaneously with very high accuracy. Because of the simultaneous displaying of time and date, no equation-of-time correction is required. If the time is known, the true north can be determined with high accuracy, and the device becomes a reliable and easy-to-use solar compass.

Abstract translation: 日s和太阳罗盘包括披露。 一些实施例包括全向透镜，其可将太阳光束聚焦成具有较长景深的尖锐点。 通过将斑点投影到圆柱形面板上，可以以非常高的精度同时读取一年中的一天和一天的时间。 由于同时显示时间和日期，因此不需要时间校正。 如果时间已知，可以高精确度地确定真北方，并且该装置成为可靠且易于使用的太阳能罗盘。

公开(公告)号：US5864805A

公开(公告)日：1999-01-26

申请号：US770390

申请日：1996-12-20

Applicant: Chengjun Julian Chen ,  Liam David Comerford ,  Catalina Maria Danis ,  Satya Dharanipragada ,  Michael Daniel Monkowski ,  Peder Andreas Olsen ,  Michael Alan Picheny

Inventor： Chengjun Julian Chen ,  Liam David Comerford ,  Catalina Maria Danis ,  Satya Dharanipragada ,  Michael Daniel Monkowski ,  Peder Andreas Olsen ,  Michael Alan Picheny

IPC: G10L15/22 ,  G10L7/08

CPC classification number: G10L15/22

Abstract: A continuous speech recognition system has the ability to correct errors in strings of words. The error correction method stores data in the system's internal state to update probability tables used in developing alternative lists for substitution in misrecognized text.

Abstract translation: 连续语音识别系统能够纠正字串中的错误。 误差校正方法将数据存储在系统的内部状态中，以更新在替代列表中使用的概率表，以便在错误识别的文本中进行替换。

公开(公告)号：US20140142946A1

公开(公告)日：2014-05-22

申请号：US13625317

申请日：2012-09-24

Applicant: Chengjun Julian Chen

Inventor： Chengjun Julian Chen

IPC: G10L13/06

CPC classification number: G10L15/04 ,  G10L13/04 ,  G10L13/08 ,  G10L15/02

Abstract: The present invention is a method and system to convert speech signal into a parametric representation in terms of timbre vectors, and to recover the speech signal thereof. The speech signal is first segmented into non-overlapping frames using the glottal closure instant information, each frame is converted into an amplitude spectrum using a Fourier analyzer, and then using Laguerre functions to generate a set of coefficients which constitute a timbre vector. A sequence of timbre vectors can be subject to a variety of manipulations. The new timbre vectors are converted back into voice signals by first transforming into amplitude spectra using Laguerre functions, then generating phase spectra from the amplitude spectra using Kramers-Knonig relations. A Fourier transformer converts the amplitude spectra and phase spectra into elementary waveforms, then superposed to become the output voice. The method and system can be used for voice transformation, speech synthesis, and automatic speech recognition.

Abstract translation: 本发明是一种将语音信号转换为音色矢量的参数表示的方法和系统，并且恢复其语音信号。 首先使用声门关闭瞬时信息将语音信号分割成非重叠帧，使用傅立叶分析器将每个帧转换成振幅谱，然后使用Laguerre函数生成构成音色矢量的一组系数。 一系列音色矢量可以进行各种操作。 首先用Laguerre函数将新的音色矢量转换成声音信号，然后用Kramers-Knonig关系从振幅谱中产生相位谱。 傅里叶变换器将振幅谱和相位谱转换为基本波形，然后叠加成为输出声音。 该方法和系统可用于语音转换，语音合成和自动语音识别。

公开(公告)号：US08719030B2

公开(公告)日：2014-05-06

申请号：US13692584

申请日：2012-12-03

Applicant: Chengjun Julian Chen

Inventor： Chengjun Julian Chen

IPC: G10L13/00

CPC classification number: G10L15/04 ,  G10L13/04 ,  G10L13/08 ,  G10L15/02

Abstract: The present invention is a method and system to convert speech signal into a parametric representation in terms of timbre vectors, and to recover the speech signal thereof. The speech signal is first segmented into non-overlapping frames using the glottal closure instant information, each frame is converted into an amplitude spectrum using a Fourier analyzer, and then using Laguerre functions to generate a set of coefficients which constitute a timbre vector. A sequence of timbre vectors can be subject to a variety of manipulations. The new timbre vectors are converted back into voice signals by first transforming into amplitude spectra using Laguerre functions, then generating phase spectra from the amplitude spectra using Kramers-Knonig relations. A Fourier transformer converts the amplitude spectra and phase spectra into elementary acoustic waves, then superposed to become the output voice. The method and system can be used for voice transformation, speech synthesis, and automatic speech recognition.

Abstract translation: 本发明是一种将语音信号转换为音色矢量的参数表示的方法和系统，并且恢复其语音信号。 首先使用声门关闭瞬时信息将语音信号分割成非重叠帧，使用傅立叶分析器将每个帧转换成振幅谱，然后使用Laguerre函数生成构成音色矢量的一组系数。 一系列音色矢量可以进行各种操作。 首先用Laguerre函数将新的音色矢量转换成声音信号，然后用Kramers-Knonig关系从振幅谱中产生相位谱。 傅里叶变换器将振幅谱和相位谱转换为基本声波，然后叠加成为输出声音。 该方法和系统可用于语音转换，语音合成和自动语音识别。

公开(公告)号：US20090183853A1

公开(公告)日：2009-07-23

申请号：US12017407

申请日：2008-01-22

Applicant: Chengjun Julian Chen

Inventor： Chengjun Julian Chen

IPC: F25B13/00 ,  F25B27/00 ,  F25B29/00

CPC classification number: F25B27/005 ,  F24D11/003 ,  F24D11/007 ,  F24D11/0221 ,  F24D11/0264 ,  F24D2200/02 ,  F24D2200/12 ,  F24D2200/123 ,  F24D2200/14 ,  F24D2220/006 ,  F24S20/63 ,  F24S60/30 ,  F25B2400/01 ,  Y02A30/272 ,  Y02B10/20 ,  Y02B10/24 ,  Y02B10/70 ,  Y02B30/13 ,  Y02E10/44

Abstract: A solar-powered cooling and heating system comprising one or more vertical water containers of special design as the thermal storage device (the structured water wall), a compressor driven by a DC motor powered directly by solar photovoltaic panel(s) for cooling, and a south-faced window for direct solar heating. The solar photovoltaic panel(s) is placed on an awning above the south-facing window; the said awning is designed to allow full sunlight in the winter but no direct sunlight in the summer through the window. The thermal inertia of the structured water wall allows optimum heating and cooling day and night for all seasons of a year. It allows an automatic self-adjustment utilizing the natural annual and diurnal cycles to achieve maximum comfort and efficiency.

Abstract translation: 一种太阳能冷却和加热系统，包括一个或多个特殊设计的垂直水容器作为热存储装置（结构化水壁），由直接由直流电动机驱动的压缩机由太阳能光伏板驱动以进行冷却，以及 一个南面的直接太阳能加热窗户。 将太阳能光伏面板放置在朝南的窗户上方的遮阳篷上; 所述遮阳篷的设计是为了在冬季允许充足的阳光照射，而夏季则不会通过窗户直射阳光。 结构化水墙的热惯性允许在一年的所有季节的白天和黑夜的最佳加热和冷却。 它允许使用自然年度和昼夜周期的自动自我调整来实现最大的舒适性和效率。

公开(公告)号：US07543455B1

公开(公告)日：2009-06-09

申请号：US12135113

申请日：2008-06-06

Applicant: Chengjun Julian Chen

Inventor： Chengjun Julian Chen

IPC: F25B27/00

CPC classification number: F25B27/005 ,  F25D11/006 ,  Y02B10/20 ,  Y02B10/24

Abstract: A solar-powered refrigerator is disclosed. It uses a solar photovoltaic panel to convert solar energy to electricity to power a DC motor. The DC motor drives the compressor of a vapor-compression refrigeration system to freeze an energy-storage vessel, located in the freezer. The energy-storage vessel is filled with a mixture of glycerin, alcohol and water, with a freezing point of 10° F. to −10° F. In the absence of sunlight, the temperature of the frozen mixture can maintain near its freezing point for more than one day. The temperature of the refrigerator is maintained to a desirable value, for example 37° F., by a pair of heat-exchange coils and a thermostat, with or without sunlight.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种太阳能冰箱。 它使用太阳能光伏面板将太阳能转换为电力来为DC电机供电。 直流电机驱动蒸气压缩制冷系统的压缩机以冻结位于冷冻器中的储能容器。 储能容器充满甘油，酒精和水的混合物，其凝固点为10°F至-10°F。在没有阳光的地方，冷冻混合物的温度可以保持在其冰点附近 超过一天。 通过一对热交换线圈和恒温器将冰箱的温度保持在期望值，例如37°F，有或没有阳光。

公开(公告)号：US20090044418A1

公开(公告)日：2009-02-19

申请号：US11840500

申请日：2007-08-17

Applicant: Chengjun Julian Chen

Inventor： Chengjun Julian Chen

IPC: G01C17/34 ,  G02B3/00

CPC classification number: G02B3/06 ,  G01C17/34

Abstract: The most accurate method of finding the true north is through astronomical observations, for example, by observing the position of the sun. However, the procedure is complicated. The instantaneous position of the sun must be calculated from astronomical data for each instance of observation, and the operator must wait for the predetermined time to come. Elaborate manual adjustments are required. The present invention discloses an automatic solar compass comprising a cylindrical omni-directional lens, a detection means, and a servomechanism. It is as easy to use as the magnetic compass, but much more accurate and reliable than the magnetic compass.

Abstract translation: 找到真正北方的最准确的方法是通过天文观测，例如观察太阳的位置。 但是，程序很复杂。 必须从每个观测实例的天文数据计算太阳的瞬时位置，并且操作人员必须等待预定的时间到来。 需要精心的手动调整。 本发明公开了一种包括圆柱形全向透镜，检测装置和伺服机构的自动太阳罗盘。 它与磁罗经一样容易使用，但比磁罗盘更准确可靠。

公开(公告)号：US06185529B2

公开(公告)日：2001-02-06

申请号：US09153219

申请日：1998-09-14

Applicant: Chengjun Julian Chen ,  Frederick Yung-Fung Wu ,  James T. Yeh

Inventor： Chengjun Julian Chen ,  Frederick Yung-Fung Wu ,  James T. Yeh

IPC: G10L1524

CPC classification number: G10L15/25

Abstract: An apparatus and a method for imaging the mouth area laterally to produce reliable measurements of mouth and lip shapes for use in assisting the speech recognition task. A video camera is arranged with a headset and a microphone to capture a lateral profile image of a speaker. The lateral profile image is then used to compute features such as lip separation, lip shape and intrusion depth parameters. The parameters are used in real time, during speech recognition process to characterize and discriminate spoken phonemes to produce a high degree of accuracy in automatic speech recognition processing, especially in a noisy environment.

Abstract translation: 一种用于横向成像口腔的装置和方法，以产生用于辅助语音识别任务的口和嘴唇形状的可靠测量。 摄像机布置有耳机和麦克风以捕获扬声器的侧面轮廓图像。 然后使用侧面轮廓图像来计算诸如唇部分离，唇形和侵入深度参数的特征。 这些参数在语音识别过程中被实时地使用，以表征和辨别语音音素，以在自动语音识别处理中产生高度准确性，特别是在嘈杂的环境中。

公开(公告)号：US5806021A

公开(公告)日：1998-09-08

申请号：US700823

申请日：1996-09-04

Applicant: Chengjun Julian Chen ,  Fu-Hua Liu ,  Michael Alan Picheny

Inventor： Chengjun Julian Chen ,  Fu-Hua Liu ,  Michael Alan Picheny

IPC: G06F17/27 ,  G06F17/20

CPC classification number: G06F17/277

Abstract: An automatic segmenter for continuous text segments such text in a rapid, consistent and semantically accurate manner. Two statistical methods for segmentation of continuous text are used. The first method, called "forward-backward matching", is easy and fast but can produce occasional errors in long phrases. The second method, called "statistical stack search segmenter", utilizes statistical language models to generate more accurate segmentation output at an expense of two times more execution time than the "forward-backward matching" method. In some applications where speed is a major concern, "forward-backward matching" can be used, while in other applications where highly accurate output is desired, "statistical stack search segmenter" is ideal.

Abstract translation: 用于以快速，一致和语义准确的方式连续文本段的自动分段器。 使用两种连续文本分割的统计方法。 第一种称为“前向 - 后向匹配”的方法是简单快捷的，但可能会产生长时间的误差。 称为“统计堆栈搜索分段器”的第二种方法利用统计语言模型以比“前向 - 后向匹配”方法多两倍的执行时间来生成更精确的分段输出。 在速度是主要关注的一些应用中，可以使用“前向后匹配”，而在需要高精度输出的其他应用中，“统计栈搜索分段器”是理想的。