公开(公告)号：US07684582B2

公开(公告)日：2010-03-23

申请号：US11202436

申请日：2005-08-11

Applicant: Timothy A. Gladwin ,  Robert G. Johnston

Inventor： Timothy A. Gladwin ,  Robert G. Johnston

IPC: H04R25/00

CPC classification number: H04R7/26 ,  H04R9/06

Abstract: An acoustic transducer includes a frame, voice coil movable along a pole, magnetic structure generating magnetic flux in a gap where the voice coil moves, diaphragm attached to the coil, waveguide extension in front of the pole, inner flexible roll seal connecting the waveguide extension to neck area of the diaphragm, and outer seal connecting outer periphery of the diaphragm to the frame. The inner flexible roll seal seals the gap between the voice coil and the pole, isolating the air in front of the diaphragm from the air behind the diaphragm. The inner seal provides damping of unwanted resonances of the diaphragm. Together, the inner seal and the outer seal do not substantially decrease the piston area of the transducer, and do not substantially affect the transducer's movement. In combination, the inner seal and the waveguide extension tend to increase efficiency and decrease audio distortions of the transducer.

Abstract translation: 声学换能器包括框架，可沿着杆移动的音圈，在音圈移动的间隙中产生磁通的磁性结构，附接到线圈的膜片，杆前面的波导延伸部，连接波导延伸部的内部柔性辊密封件 到隔膜的颈部区域，以及将隔膜的外周连接到框架的外部密封件。 内部柔性卷轴密封件密封音圈和杆之间的间隙，将隔膜前面的空气与隔膜后面的空气隔离。 内部密封件提供隔膜不希望的共振的阻尼。 内密封件​​和外密封件一起基本上不减小换能器的活塞面积，并且基本上不影响换能器的运动。 组合在一起，内部密封和波导延伸趋向于增加效率并减小换能器的音频失真。

公开(公告)号：US20100322457A1

公开(公告)日：2010-12-23

申请号：US12456542

申请日：2009-06-18

Applicant: Timothy A. Gladwin ,  Christopher I. Carlisle ,  Shawn Luimes ,  Robert G. Johnston

Inventor： Timothy A. Gladwin ,  Christopher I. Carlisle ,  Shawn Luimes ,  Robert G. Johnston

IPC: H04R1/02

CPC classification number: H04R9/063 ,  H04R1/20

Abstract: An audio transducer assembly configured for positioning with respect to a mounting surface, said assembly employing a tweeter in a directionally adjustable body which swivels radially and axially for positioning and directing the tweeter in a desired direction. By keeping the center of rotation at or near the center of the surface of the tweeter, the adjustment of the tweeter does not significantly offset its body in the X or Y direction through its range of motion. Such configuration allows for compensation of the distortion caused by placing the tweeter in the middle of a woofer in a speaker having multiple transducers in a single assembly.

Abstract translation: 一种构造成相对于安装表面定位的音频换能器组件，所述组件采用在方向可调整体上的高音单元，其可径向和轴向转动，以便将所述高音单元定位并指向所需方向。 通过将旋转中心保持在高音单元的表面中心附近，高音单元的调节在其运动范围内不会在X或Y方向上显着地偏移其身体。 这样的配置允许补偿在单个组件中将高音扬声器放置在具有多个换能器的扬声器中的低音扬声器的中间所引起的失真。

公开(公告)号：US20080144873A1

公开(公告)日：2008-06-19

申请号：US11641446

申请日：2006-12-18

Applicant: Matthew Grant ,  Timothy A. Gladwin ,  Robert G. Johnston

Inventor： Matthew Grant ,  Timothy A. Gladwin ,  Robert G. Johnston

IPC: H04R25/00

CPC classification number: H04R1/025 ,  H04R1/323 ,  H04R1/345 ,  H04R2201/021 ,  H04R2499/13

Abstract: A loudspeaker system includes an enclosure having an open end defining a plane, a baffle, a loudspeaker operating in the 4 kHz to 10 kHz range, and a device, preferably a ribbed portion having a plurality of grooves, coupled to the baffle for modifying the spectral profile of the projected sound waves. The baffle includes first and second angled surfaces each oriented at an oblique angle with respect to the plane. The speaker is coupled to the first angled surface and the ribbed portion is coupled to the baffle along the intersection of the first angled surface and the second angled surface. When mounted in a wall or ceiling, the system projects a sound field substantially indistinguishable from that of a loudspeaker located within the listener's listening plane. The baffle can also have acoustic damping material attached thereto, with grooves formed therein, to prevent reflections of 4 kHz to 10 kHz sound.

Abstract translation: 扬声器系统包括具有限定平面的开口端，挡板，在4kHz至10kHz范围内操作的扬声器的外壳，以及耦合到挡板的装置，优选地具有多个凹槽的肋部，用于修改 投影声波的谱图。 挡板包括第一和第二倾斜表面，每个倾斜表面相对于该平面以倾斜角定向。 扬声器联接到第一倾斜表面，并且肋状部分沿着第一倾斜表面和第二倾斜表面的交叉连接到挡板。 当安装在墙壁或天花板上时，系统会投射与位于聆听者聆听平面内的扬声器大致无法区分的声场。 挡板还可以具有连接到其上的声阻尼材料，其中形成有凹槽，以防止4kHz至10kHz声音的反射。

公开(公告)号：US08243963B2

公开(公告)日：2012-08-14

申请号：US12456542

申请日：2009-06-18

Applicant: Timothy A. Gladwin ,  Christopher I. Carlisle ,  Shawn Luimes ,  Robert G. Johnston

Inventor： Timothy A. Gladwin ,  Christopher I. Carlisle ,  Shawn Luimes ,  Robert G. Johnston

IPC: H04R25/00

CPC classification number: H04R9/063 ,  H04R1/20

Abstract: An audio transducer assembly configured for positioning with respect to a mounting surface, said assembly employing a tweeter in a directionally adjustable body which swivels radially and axially for positioning and directing the tweeter in a desired direction. By keeping the center of rotation at or near the center of the surface of the tweeter, the adjustment of the tweeter does not significantly offset its body in the X or Y direction through its range of motion. Such configuration allows for compensation of the distortion caused by placing the tweeter in the middle of a woofer in a speaker having multiple transducers in a single assembly.

Abstract translation: 一种构造成相对于安装表面定位的音频换能器组件，所述组件采用在方向可调整体上的高音单元，其可径向和轴向地旋转，以便将所述高音单元定位并指向所需方向。 通过将旋转中心保持在高音单元的表面中心附近，高音单元的调节在其运动范围内不会在X或Y方向上显着地偏移其身体。 这样的配置允许补偿在单个组件中将高音扬声器放置在具有多个换能器的扬声器中的低音扬声器的中间所引起的失真。

公开(公告)号：US09538268B2

公开(公告)日：2017-01-03

申请号：US14286778

申请日：2014-05-23

Applicant: Timothy A. Gladwin ,  Jason B. Cochrane ,  David Logan

Inventor： Timothy A. Gladwin ,  Jason B. Cochrane ,  David Logan

IPC: H04R1/00 ,  H04R1/24 ,  H04R1/26 ,  H04R9/06

CPC classification number: H04R1/00 ,  H04R1/24 ,  H04R1/26 ,  H04R9/063

Abstract: An improved loudspeaker system includes an asymmetrical array of dissimilar drivers, namely a first driver and a second complementary driver configured in an array and driven in parallel so that the measured on-axis frequency response and the output power (SPL) is improved as compared to a symmetrical array (with similar or matched midrange or mid-bass drivers), while retaining a flat tonal balance. This speaker system and method for voicing was discovered to provide lower distortion, improved frequency response and greater clarity as compared to the prior art or traditional (e.g., MTM) loudspeaker configurations.

Abstract translation: 改进的扬声器系统包括不同驱动器的不对称阵列，即配置成阵列并并联驱动的第一驱动器和第二互补驱动器，使得测量的轴上频率响应和输出功率（SPL）与 对称阵列（具有相似或匹配的中音或中低音驱动器），同时保持平坦的音调平衡。 与现有技术或传统（例如，MTM）扬声器配置相比，这种用于发声的扬声器系统和方法被发现提供较低的失真，改善的频率响应和更大的清晰度。

公开(公告)号：US08638968B2

公开(公告)日：2014-01-28

申请号：US12982584

申请日：2010-12-30

Applicant: Timothy A. Gladwin

Inventor： Timothy A. Gladwin

IPC: H04R1/20 ,  H05K5/00

CPC classification number: H04R5/02

Abstract: A high fidelity, low-profile loudspeaker assembly includes an enclosure having a rear panel which is highly thermally conductive. At least one speaker driver is mounted in the enclosure, the driver including a forwardly facing diaphragm driven by a voice coil former carrying a voice coil, and a rearwardly extending motor structure. An aperture is provided in the rear panel to receiving the driver's motor structure, and a thermally conductive gasket seals the rear panel aperture around cup to provide a thermal path from the driver motor to the rear panel for cooling the driver. On one driver embodiment, a generally dome-shaped annular spider surrounds and supports the voice coil former, the spider being connected at its inner periphery to the approximate vertical midpoint of the voice coil former.

Abstract translation: 高保真，低调的扬声器组件包括具有高导热性的后面板的外壳。 至少一个扬声器驱动器安装在外壳中，驱动器包括由承载音圈的音圈架驱动的向前的隔膜以及向后延伸的马达结构。 在后面板中设置一个孔以接收驾驶员的电动机结构，并且导热衬垫密封围绕杯的后面板孔，以提供从驾驶员马达到后面板的散热路径，以冷却驾驶员。 在一个驾驶员实施例中，一般为圆顶状的环形蜘蛛环绕和支撑音圈架，该蜘蛛在其内围连接到音圈架的近似垂直中点。

公开(公告)号：US08014545B2

公开(公告)日：2011-09-06

申请号：US11641446

申请日：2006-12-18

Applicant: Matthew Grant ,  Timothy A. Gladwin ,  Robert G. Johnston

Inventor： Matthew Grant ,  Timothy A. Gladwin ,  Robert G. Johnston

IPC: H04R25/00 ,  H05K5/00 ,  A47B81/06

CPC classification number: H04R1/025 ,  H04R1/323 ,  H04R1/345 ,  H04R2201/021 ,  H04R2499/13

Abstract: A loudspeaker system includes an enclosure having an open end defining a plane, a baffle, a loudspeaker operating in the 4 kHz to 10 kHz range, and a device, preferably a ribbed portion having a plurality of grooves, coupled to the baffle for modifying the spectral profile of the projected sound waves. The baffle includes first and second angled surfaces each oriented at an oblique angle with respect to the plane. The speaker is coupled to the first angled surface and the ribbed portion is coupled to the baffle along the intersection of the first angled surface and the second angled surface. When mounted in a wall or ceiling, the system projects a sound field substantially indistinguishable from that of a loudspeaker located within the listener's listening plane. The baffle can also have acoustic damping material attached thereto, with grooves formed therein, to prevent reflections of 4 kHz to 10 kHz sound.

Abstract translation: 扬声器系统包括具有限定平面的开口端，挡板，在4kHz至10kHz范围内操作的扬声器的外壳，以及耦合到挡板的装置，优选地具有多个凹槽的肋部，用于修改 投影声波的谱图。 挡板包括第一和第二倾斜表面，每个倾斜表面相对于该平面以倾斜角定向。 扬声器联接到第一倾斜表面，并且肋状部分沿着第一倾斜表面和第二倾斜表面的交叉连接到挡板。 当安装在墙壁或天花板上时，系统会投射与位于聆听者聆听平面内的扬声器大致无法区分的声场。 挡板还可以具有连接到其上的声阻尼材料，其中形成有凹槽，以防止4kHz至10kHz声音的反射。

公开(公告)号：US20070036382A1

公开(公告)日：2007-02-15

申请号：US11202436

申请日：2005-08-11

Applicant: Timothy A. Gladwin ,  Robert G. Johnston

Inventor： Timothy A. Gladwin ,  Robert G. Johnston

IPC: H04R1/20

CPC classification number: H04R7/26 ,  H04R9/06

Abstract: An acoustic transducer includes a frame, voice coil movable along a pole, magnetic structure generating magnetic flux in a gap where the voice coil moves, diaphragm attached to the coil, waveguide extension in front of the pole, inner flexible roll seal connecting the waveguide extension to neck area of the diaphragm, and outer seal connecting outer periphery of the diaphragm to the frame. The inner flexible roll seal seals the gap between the voice coil and the pole, isolating the air in front of the diaphragm from the air behind the diaphragm. The inner seal provides damping of unwanted resonances of the diaphragm. Together, the inner seal and the outer seal do not substantially decrease the piston area of the transducer, and do not substantially affect the transducer's movement. In combination, the inner seal and the waveguide extension tend to increase efficiency and decrease audio distortions of the transducer.

Abstract translation: 声学换能器包括框架，可沿着杆移动的音圈，在音圈移动的间隙中产生磁通的磁性结构，附接到线圈的膜片，杆前面的波导延伸部，连接波导延伸部的内部柔性辊密封件 到隔膜的颈部区域，以及将隔膜的外周连接到框架的外部密封件。 内部柔性卷轴密封件密封音圈和杆之间的间隙，将隔膜前面的空气与隔膜后面的空气隔离。 内部密封件提供隔膜不希望的共振的阻尼。 内密封件​​和外密封件一起基本上不减小换能器的活塞面积，并且基本上不影响换能器的运动。 组合在一起，内部密封和波导延伸趋向于增加效率并减小换能器的音频失真。