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Interactive, Expressive Music Accompaniment and Training System for Popular Music and Standard Jazz Improvisation
RPI ID: 2015-005-401 Innovation Summary: Provides an adaptive accompaniment engine that listens to a performer via microphones, analyzes timing, tempo, chord cues, and semantic count-ins, and generates responsive rhythm-section backing. A signal-analysis pipeline extracts onset timing and voice-digit recognition from spoken count-ins to predict tempo,...
Published: 3/10/2026   |   Inventor(s): Jonas Braasch, Selmer Bringsjord, Nikhil Deshpande, Pauline Oliveros
Keywords(s): alternate energy source, batteries, Electrochemical, Energy, Energy Management, Fuel Cell, Materials, Polymer Chemistry
Category(s): Media, Arts, Science and Technology
Model-Based Bayesian Framework for Sound Source Using a Coprime Microphone Array
RPI ID: 2020-009-401 Innovation Summary: A Bayesian framework is introduced for enumerating sound sources and estimating their direction of arrival (DOA) in complex acoustic environments. The system models spatial audio data probabilistically to distinguish overlapping sources and infer their positions with high accuracy. It supports dynamic environments...
Published: 3/10/2026   |   Inventor(s): Ning Xiang, Dane Bush, Christopher Landschoot
Keywords(s): Acoustic gunshot detection (AGD) systems, Acoustic seismic detection systems, Acoustic sensors, Bayesian frameword for sound source, coprime, Coprime microphone array, Direction of arrival, microphone arrays, prediction, sound sources, Sound-based location sensors, Underwater acoustic systems
Category(s): Media, Arts, Science and Technology
An Automated Peeling Decorticator for Producing Undamaged Natural Fiber from Bast Fiber Plants
RPI ID: 2023-003-301, 2023-003-401 Innovation Summary: This technology provides a mechanical system for extracting high-quality natural fibers from bast fiber plants using a specialized peeling decorticator. The system is designed to minimize damage to the fibers during separation, preserving their structural integrity for downstream applications....
Published: 3/10/2026   |   Inventor(s): Timothy Schwed, Jacqueline Anne, Daniel Walczyk
Keywords(s): Bast Fiber, Biocomposites, Decortication, Natural Fiber
Category(s): Media, Arts, Science and Technology
CUID Inscription Device
Researchers at RPI have developed a conceptual notebook/tablet/laptop device that integrates the ability to capture written text onto a flexible screen which can be rolled up after use into storage compartments. The device provides users a dedicated wide screen display for written text/image/drawing capture, is portable and easy to store with screen...
Published: 3/10/2026   |   Inventor(s): Spencer Davidson
Keywords(s): Electronic Writing Device, Portable, Productivity, Rollable Technology
Category(s): Media, Arts, Science and Technology
Digital Penmanship
RPI ID: 2021-057-601 Innovation Summary: Digital penmanship systems enhance expressiveness in digital communication by capturing keystroke dynamics and applying variable font rendering. The system interprets typing rhythm, pressure, and style to personalize text appearance. It bridges the emotional gap in digital messaging and supports real-time font...
Published: 3/10/2026   |   Inventor(s): Arielle Cerini
Keywords(s): Behavioral Biometrics, Communication technology, Interpersonal Communication, Non-verbal Communication, Social Media
Category(s): Media, Arts, Science and Technology
A robotic-arm Based Clinical Micro-CT Design for Inner Ear Imaging
RPI ID: 2021-022-201 Innovation Summary: A robotic arm-mounted micro-CT system enables flexible, high-resolution imaging in clinical environments. The system uses a compact X-ray source and detector mounted on a robotic manipulator to scan anatomical regions with precision. It supports dynamic positioning and patient-specific imaging protocols. The...
Published: 3/10/2026   |   Inventor(s): Mengzhou Li, Zheng Fang, Wenxiang Cong, Ge Wang
Keywords(s): Clinical Micro-CT, deep learning, Inner Ear Imaging, Interior Tomography, photon-counting detector, Robotic Arms
Category(s): Media, Arts, Science and Technology
Student Outcomes & Predictions in Higher Education using Artificial Intelligence (SOPHEA-I )
RPI ID: 2021-021-401 Innovation Summary: A predictive analytics system uses student data to forecast retention rates across academic programs. The model incorporates behavioral, demographic, and performance metrics to identify at-risk students. Machine learning algorithms continuously refine predictions based on new inputs. The system supports institutional...
Published: 3/10/2026   |   Inventor(s): Jasmine Yang, Lu Enzhe, Jiarun Li, Yihui Yang, Hui Su, Yifan Liu, Keith Moo-Young
Keywords(s): AI, machine-learning, Student Persistent and success
Category(s): Media, Arts, Science and Technology
Rise Up
style> RPI ID: 2020-090-201 Innovation Summary: An adjustable heel architecture is described in which stacked top, intermediate, and bottom sections telescope relative to one another using vertically aligned cavities and horizontal locking‑pin features. Locking pins positioned within upper and lower horizontal cavities engage as sections transition...
Published: 3/10/2026   |   Inventor(s): Priyank Patel
Keywords(s): adjustable heel, Automatic heel, Collapsible heel, genie heel, High Heels, manual heel
Category(s): Media, Arts, Science and Technology
Micropixel Free Space Optical Space Communications Transceiver
RPI ID: 2017-023-401 Innovation Summary: This invention relates to methods and devices for transceiving light via display devices, enabling bidirectional optical communication. The light source array can operate in multiple duplexing modes: full-space-division, half-space-division, and time-division duplexing. By integrating communication...
Published: 3/10/2026   |   Inventor(s): BASSEM FAHS, Robert, Jr. Karlicek
Keywords(s): 5G Communications, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, camera/lens, Chip manufacturing, Computer Science, displays, Electrical, Engineering, Integrated circuit, IT Hardware, LED/lighting, LiFi, media, micro-pixel, motion tracking, network management, Optical wireless systems, Photonics, photonics/microelectronics, security, Semiconductors, Sensors, smart systems, terahertz, tranceivers, Video, VLC, wearables
Category(s): Media, Arts, Science and Technology