This mechanical health app for cars uses sound recognition software to identify what the clunks, squeaks and other strange noises mean. Developed by startup Otosense, the AudioHound app currently works as a prototype for tablet devices, but the new company is working on a way for automobile manufacturers to build the technology into the vehicles interior system.
The mechanical health app would be able to hear every internal sound the car makes and be able to determine when something sounds off. Microphones could also be placed on the exterior of the vehicle to hear sounds coming from its surrounding environment, like emergency vehicles. This could be a significant improvement for driverless cars.
This car feedback app is just one example of how artificial hearing can be used.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Auditory Recognition Applications
- Developing software to identify unusual sounds in things, such as cars, could be applied to various industries.
- In-vehicle Sound Monitoring
- Integrating sound recognition technology to a car’s interior system could provide real-time information on its condition.
- Artificial Hearing Applications
- Further developing auditory technologies could produce new innovations for various industries, such as healthcare and surveillance.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Automotive Manufacturing
- Incorporating the AudioHound app technology into vehicles could create a new aspect of monitoring vehicle conditions and riding safely.
- Driverless Car Industry
- Integrating sound recognition technology to a driverless car could enhance decision-making capabilities for a safer ride.
- Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
- Developing sound recognition software could lead to more efficient machine maintenance and diagnostic approaches.
