This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 3 published patent applications. Top assignee: British Telecommunications Public Limited Company. Active years: 2002.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2002
Title: Neil Robert Garner: Innovator in Voice Activity Detection
Introduction
Neil Robert Garner is a notable inventor based in Walsall, GB. He has made significant contributions to the field of voice activity detection, particularly in mobile phone technology. His innovative work focuses on improving the reliability of distinguishing between speech and noise in various environments.
Latest Patents
Garner holds a patent for a "Voice activity detector for calculating spectral irregularity measure on the basis of spectral difference measurements." This invention is designed to enhance the performance of voice activity detection in mobile devices. The voice activity detector is particularly advantageous in noisy environments, as it effectively determines whether an input signal consists of noise or speech. The technology includes an auxiliary voice activity detector that distinguishes between noise and speech based on the rapid changes in the spectrum of speech compared to noise. This results in a reliable noise template, making it useful for noise reduction applications.
Career Highlights
Neil Robert Garner is associated with British Telecommunications Public Limited Company, where he applies his expertise in voice activity detection. His work has contributed to advancements in telecommunications, particularly in enhancing user experience through improved voice recognition technologies.
Collaborations
Garner has collaborated with Paul Alexander Barrett, working together to further develop technologies in the field of voice activity detection.
Conclusion
Neil Robert Garner's contributions to voice activity detection demonstrate his commitment to innovation in telecommunications. His work continues to influence the development of more effective communication technologies.