This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Industrial Technology Research Institute. Active years: 1998-1999.
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Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1998-1999
Title: Innovations by Liang-Chen Chien
Introduction
Liang-Chen Chien is a notable inventor based in Meisan Hsiang, Taiwan. He has made significant contributions to the field of music technology, holding 2 patents that showcase his innovative spirit and technical expertise.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is titled "Method and apparatus for interactive music accompaniment." This invention involves a music accompaniment machine that processes a music accompaniment file to alter a stored beat to match a beat established by a user. The machine utilizes a voice analyzer to identify the user's beat by isolating the singing signal from background noise. It appends segment position information to the singing signal, which indicates the beat established by the singer. A MIDI controller then adjusts the musical beat of the accompaniment file to align with the user's established beat.
Another significant patent is "Method and apparatus for real-time dynamic MIDI control." This invention features a real-time dynamic MIDI controller that pre-processes MIDI files for playback by re-formatting them into a modified MIDI file format. It eliminates unnecessary MIDI META events stored in the file, which are not required for playback. The MIDI controller includes an administrator for channel grouping and voice message grouping, facilitating the control of selected MIDI file parameters. Additionally, it has an output interface circuit to coordinate the transmission of processed MIDI files.
Career Highlights
Liang-Chen Chien is associated with the Industrial Technology Research Institute, where he continues to develop innovative solutions in music technology. His work has contributed to advancements in interactive music systems and MIDI control.
Collaborations
He has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Alvin Wen-Yu Su and Der-Jang Yu, who share his passion for innovation in technology.
Conclusion
Liang-Chen Chien's contributions to music technology through his patents demonstrate his commitment to innovation and creativity. His work continues to influence the way music is created and experienced.
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