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公开(公告)号：US11367421B2
公开(公告)日：2022-06-21
申请号：US17150726
申请日：2021-01-15
Applicant: 2UNIFY INC.
Inventor： Michael Jobity , Ryan Ng Cheong Ton , Mitchell Wong , Michael Salamaszek , Curtis Graham
IPC: G10D3/14 , G10D1/00 , G10G5/00 , G06T7/70 , G10C9/00 , G10L25/51 , B25J9/16 , B25J11/00 , G10C3/10 , G06V20/10
Abstract: Systems and methods are provided performing autonomous tuning of a stringed instrument. Images of the stringed instrument are acquired by at least two cameras and processed to identify the location of a peg. A robotic peg actuator is then engaged to actuate rotation of a peg in order to rotate the peg to a tuned angular orientation, guided by feedback generated by processing acoustic signals recorded by an acoustic transducer while a string associated with the peg is agitated. In some example implementations, the cameras and peg actuator are rigidly mounted to a frame that is configured to support the stringed instrument during peg imaging and actuation. A robotic string actuator may be provided to facilitate vibration of the string during the tuning process. Multiple robotic peg actuators may be included for per-peg rotational actuation and/or a given peg actuator may be robotically translatable to actuate more than one peg.
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公开(公告)号：US10204601B2
公开(公告)日：2019-02-12
申请号：US15511775
申请日：2015-03-27
Applicant: Hurstwood Farm Piano Studios Ltd.
Inventor： Richard Dain
Abstract: The present invention concerns soundboard apparatus for a musical instrument, the apparatus comprising a soundboard substrate formed of composite fibrous resin bonded material having a thickness of between 0.75 mm and 3 mm; and an outer layer formed of ultra-violet light blocking material having a thickness of between 0.5 and 0.9 mm. Further, the present invention relates to a method of forming a soundboard apparatus, the method comprising the steps of: bonding multiple layers of woven or straight stranded fibrous material in a resinous matrix to form a soundboard substrate, wherein the soundboard substrate is formed such that it is oversized with respect to final soundboard substrate dimensions; and finishing the soundboard substrate to form the final substrate, the finishing process being constrained to ensure that the final substrate dimensions are not compromised.
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公开(公告)号：US20190019477A1
公开(公告)日：2019-01-17
申请号：US16044372
申请日：2018-07-24
Applicant: MCP IP, LLC
Inventor： Ellis C. Seal
Abstract: A stringed musical instrument comprises a bridge that receives a plurality of strings. The bridge comprises at least one internal pocket. In some embodiments, the bridge comprises a plurality of internal pockets.
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公开(公告)号：US10002594B2
公开(公告)日：2018-06-19
申请号：US15559595
申请日：2016-03-18
Applicant: Allred & Associates, Inc.
Inventor： Jimmie B. Allred, III , Michael D. Griswold
Abstract: An adjustable instrument neck stiffener includes end plugs at each end of a hollow composite tube, which is preferably D-shaped, along with an adjusting bolt at one end. A first tension strip connects to one of the end plugs and a sliding element. A second strip, which is preferably made of carbon fiber, is located near the flat surface of the hollow composite tube, stiffening that side of the hollow composite tube. Tightening the adjusting bolt moves the sliding element towards the adjusting bolt end. The tension strip is also tightened, thus bowing the hollow composite tube and the instrument neck downward. This puts the hollow composite tube into compression and counteracts the tension created by the strings of the musical instrument.
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5.发明授权公开(公告)号：US09940911B2
公开(公告)日：2018-04-10
申请号：US15322290
申请日：2015-06-24
Applicant: Pal Molnar
Inventor： Pal Molnar
Abstract: A sound post, in particular for stringed instruments, and a sound post assembly set. The sound post is composed of at least two sound post components and has end pieces which can be pivoted at the end faces of the sound post. The second sound post component has a threaded portion, and the first sound post component has an inner thread which corresponds to the threaded portion such that the sound post components can be screwed together and thus adjusted vertically or longitudinally relative to each other. The threaded portion has a fine thread. Furthermore, a scale with an equidistant graduation is arranged on one of the at least two sound post components. The graduation of the scale corresponds to the pitch of the fine thread.
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公开(公告)号：US09865235B2
公开(公告)日：2018-01-09
申请号：US14415270
申请日：2012-07-17
Applicant: Brian Compton
Inventor： Brian Compton
Abstract: A musical instrument including a vibrating member, such as a string, and a clamping mechanism. The clamping mechanism can include a first clamping member and a second clamping member. The first clamping member and the second clamping member can move between a first, undamped position to a second, clamped position. The clamping mechanism divides the vibrating member into a first portion and a second portion when the clamping mechanism is in the second, clamped position.
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公开(公告)号：US09830892B1
公开(公告)日：2017-11-28
申请号：US15466039
申请日：2017-03-22
Applicant: Michael Duff
Inventor： Michael Duff
Abstract: A frog, and a bow with a frog, for stringed musical instruments is disclosed. The frog is made with a body from stabilized wood. The speed of sound through the frog body is enhanced resulting in more beautiful music.
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公开(公告)号：US20170316770A1
公开(公告)日：2017-11-02
申请号：US15526468
申请日：2015-10-21
Applicant: Athanasios PALAVRATZIS
Inventor： Athanasios PALAVRATZIS
CPC classification number: G10H3/18 , G10D1/00 , G10D1/06 , G10H3/185 , G10H2220/165 , H04R1/028 , H04R2201/028
Abstract: Electroacoustic bouzouki with perforated vessel, for exercise as well as for concerts having a neck (1) which reaches until tailpiece (2), head (3), tuning keys for fastening strings (4), electromagnet (5) and bridge (6) on the front part (7) over which the strings pass (4), preamplifier (9) and amplifier (10) in its body, output (12), electric signal and battery (16), bearing, a rear part called vessel (13). The vessel carries on its surface at least one user-defined opening of any shape and is mounted on the front part (7) of the body by gluing or screwing. The best use of the electroacoustic bouzouki with perforated vessel takes place when the number of openings ranges from 2 to 6.
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公开(公告)号：US09799308B2
公开(公告)日：2017-10-24
申请号：US14698074
申请日：2015-04-28
Applicant: Mark Anthony Apodaca
Inventor： Mark Anthony Apodaca
Abstract: Disclosed is a fingerboard protector for stringed musical instruments which demonstrates a novel solution to the problem of fingerboard wear caused by the players fingers making contact with the fingerboard. This physical contact in addition to the natural acidity of the players fingers can wear down the fingerboard creating indentations as well as contaminating the fingerboard with tarnish and grime. In the case of a fretless instrument, the strings are pushed directly into the fingerboard causing wear to occur at a much faster rate. My present invention sets out to solve this problem by creating a fingerboard protector safeguarding it from undesirable wear during normal playing of the instrument. The ease of installation and removal will appeal to musicians who want to protect their instrument as well as give it a new and unique look.
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公开(公告)号：US20170278488A1
公开(公告)日：2017-09-28
申请号：US15463146
申请日：2017-03-20
Applicant: James Roadman
Inventor： James Roadman
Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention are directed to a device for shaping and/or adjusting the shape and/or height of a guitar saddle. The present invention allows for the radius and/or height of the guitar saddle to be shaped and adjusted accurately using dial indicators coupled to mechanical positioning apparatus that provide for positioning of a saddle or saddle material for removal of a prescribed amount of material from the top of the guitar saddle while maintaining the radius.
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