Carty, Brian (2010) Movements in Binaural Space: Issues in HRTF Interpolation and Reverberation, with applications to Computer Music. PhD thesis, National University of Ireland Maynooth.
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Abstract
This thesis deals broadly with the topic of Binaural Audio. After reviewing the
literature, a reappraisal of the minimum-phase plus linear delay model for HRTF
representation and interpolation is offered. A rigorous analysis of threshold based
phase unwrapping is also performed. The results and conclusions drawn from these
analyses motivate the development of two novel methods for HRTF representation
and interpolation. Empirical data is used directly in a Phase Truncation method. A
Functional Model for phase is used in the second method based on the
psychoacoustical nature of Interaural Time Differences. Both methods are validated;
most significantly, both perform better than a minimum-phase method in subjective
testing.
The accurate, artefact-free dynamic source processing afforded by the above
methods is harnessed in a binaural reverberation model, based on an early reflection
image model and Feedback Delay Network diffuse field, with accurate interaural
coherence. In turn, these flexible environmental processing algorithms are used in
the development of a multi-channel binaural application, which allows the audition
of multi-channel setups in headphones. Both source and listener are dynamic in this
paradigm. A GUI is offered for intuitive use of the application.
HRTF processing is thus re-evaluated and updated after a review of accepted
practice. Novel solutions are presented and validated. Binaural reverberation is
recognised as a crucial tool for convincing artificial spatialisation, and is developed
on similar principles. Emphasis is placed on transparency of development practices,
with the aim of wider dissemination and uptake of binaural technology.
Item Type: | Thesis (PhD) |
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Keywords: | Binaural Space; HRTF Interpolation and Reverberation; Computer Music; |
Academic Unit: | Faculty of Arts,Celtic Studies and Philosophy > Music |
Item ID: | 2580 |
Depositing User: | IR eTheses |
Date Deposited: | 17 Jun 2011 15:34 |
URI: | https://mural.maynoothuniversity.ie/id/eprint/2580 |
Use Licence: | This item is available under a Creative Commons Attribution Non Commercial Share Alike Licence (CC BY-NC-SA). Details of this licence are available here |
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