Multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) analog-to-feature converter chipsets for sub-wavelength acoustic source localization and bearing estimation

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Abstract

Localization of acoustic sources using miniature microphone arrays poses a significant challenge due to fundamental limitations imposed by the physics of sound propagation. With sub-wavelength distances between the microphones, resolving acute localization cues become difficult due to precision artifacts. In this work, we present the design of a miniature, microphone array sensor based on a patented Multiple-input Multiple-output (MIMO) analog-to-feature converter (AFC) chip-sets which overcomes the limitations due to precision artifacts. Measured results from fabricated prototypes demonstrate a bearing range of 0 degrees to 90 degrees with a resolution less than 2 degrees. The power dissipation of the MIMO-ADC chip-set for this task was measured to be less than 75 microwatts making it ideal for portable, battery powered sniper and gunshot detection applications.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationSensors, and Command, Control, Communications, and Intelligence (C3I) Technologies for Homeland Security and Homeland Defense IX
DOIs
StatePublished - 2010
EventSensors, and Command, Control, Communications, and Intelligence (C3I) Technologies for Homeland Security and Homeland Defense IX - Orlando, FL, United States
Duration: Apr 5 2010Apr 9 2010

Publication series

NameProceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering
Volume7666
ISSN (Print)0277-786X

Conference

ConferenceSensors, and Command, Control, Communications, and Intelligence (C3I) Technologies for Homeland Security and Homeland Defense IX
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityOrlando, FL
Period04/5/1004/9/10

Keywords

  • Analog-to-feature conversion
  • Bearing estimation
  • MIMO systems
  • Source localization

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