Data processing: speech signal processing – linguistics – language – Speech signal processing – Synthesis
Reexamination Certificate
2006-11-21
2006-11-21
Hudspeth, David R (Department: 2626)
Data processing: speech signal processing, linguistics, language
Speech signal processing
Synthesis
C704S270000, C704S275000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07139709
ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides an application-independent and engine-independent middleware layer between applications and engines. The middleware provides speech-related services to both applications and engines, thereby making it far easier for application vendors and engine vendors to bring their technology to consumers.
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Chambers Robert
Connell Edward
Lipe Ralph
Schmid Philipp Heinz
Hudspeth David R
Kelly Joseph R.
Microsoft Corporation
Sked Matthew J
Westman Champlin & Kelly P.A.
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