Fraunhofer Institute for Digital Media Technology IDMTProcesses in the field of audio system technology are part of the core expertise of the Oldenburg Branch for Hearing, Speech and Audio Technology HSA. Our researchers develop technologies for audio system solutions, including hardware design, selection of components and algorithms as well as software applications. They span the whole process – from the first initial idea to the design phase and cooperation with partners to acoustic end-of-line inspection in production. The main strengths of the Fraunhofer IDMT lie, among others, in pattern recognition, machine learning and human-technology interaction.
versatile, creative, product-oriented
From initial idea to design and construction of the demonstrator to acoustic end-of-line inspection: We can develop audio system solutions for you according to your individual requirements and help you with hardware design, selection of components and algorithms as well as software applications.
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Audio System Technology
Examples of audio system technology solutions
- ear!s – TV audio system for individual sound adjustment with algorithms supplied by the Fraunhofer IDMT in Oldenburg.
- Telekom Smart Speaker – Voice assistant for home applications with audio technology developed by the Oldenburg Branch for Hearing, Speech and Audio Technology HSA. More info.
- CARU Smart Sensor – Development and integration of a highly sensitive microphone technology for an emergency call system for inpatient and home care. More info(German).
Our Services
- Design of microphone arrays with a large number of microphones and microphones of different types (e.g. MEMS)
- Application-specific hardware development of signal processing units
- Synchronous transmission technology for multi-channel audio signals via standard IP protocols, USB audio and customer-specific interfaces