Data processing: generic control systems or specific application – Specific application – apparatus or process – Digital audio data processing system
Reexamination Certificate
2011-07-12
2011-07-12
Kuntz, Curtis (Department: 2614)
Data processing: generic control systems or specific application
Specific application, apparatus or process
Digital audio data processing system
C381S061000, C181S192000, C704S504000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07979147
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for replicating an engine and/or exhaust sound of a predetermined vehicle includes files stored in computer-readable form in a memory library of the engine and/or exhaust sound of the predetermined vehicle. A microcomputer operated controller receives engine data such as the RPM of the engine of the personal vehicle and continually selects which files to obtain and use. The controller adjusts the sound pattern to optimally correspond in a preferred way with the RPM of the engine of the personal vehicle and the controller provides an output signal that is amplified and fed to a speaker for audio playback of a replicated sound of the engine and/or exhaust sound of the predetermined vehicle in the personal vehicle. A speaker disposed outside the vehicle includes a conical or cylindrical shape. A diagnostic capability is also disclosed. Connection to an OBD II connector provides the desired engine data.
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Elbin Jesse
Kuntz Curtis
Rinne, Jr. Risto A.
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