Full Frequency Acoustic System and Method of Use
Patent Number: US 11568847 Grant Date: 2023-01-31 Filing Date: 2022-02-01
Overview
This patented system, filed February 1, 2022 and granted January 31, 2023, protects a novel approach to broadband acoustic absorption that combines suspended mass, tapered absorber geometry, and tuned membrane elements. Inventors based in Amarillo, TX and applicant JayVic LLC (Amarillo, TX) developed a framed assembly in which a suspended absorbing mass hangs within an air gap from two hanging bars via straps, allowing free twisting motion and enhanced vibration dissipation. The absorptive core uses a tapered (substantially triangular) cross section with a continuum of depths from minimum to a maximum depth around 25–35 inches, enabling progressive disruption of wavelengths from subwoofer bass to high frequencies. Complementary acoustic plates form parallel membrane chambers and can be tuned in material and thickness to target subwoofer and low-frequency bands while replaceable exterior panels and clip interfaces provide practical installation in performance spaces and architectural settings. The firm’s prosecution secured claims that cover the mechanical suspension, depth-gradient absorber, membrane arrangements, and the configuration that permits dynamic motion—demonstrating both technical depth and strategic claim drafting to protect system-level and component-level innovations.
Key Features
- Suspended absorbing mass with air gap and hanging-strap suspension for free twisting motion
- Tapered triangular absorptive core with linearly varying depths up to ~30 inches for low-frequency disruption
- Tunable front/back acoustic plates creating dual-membrane behavior for subwoofer-range absorption
- Modular panels, impaling-clip mounting, and configurable materials for installation flexibility
This invention offers a practical, scalable route to control bass and full-spectrum reverberation in studios, auditoria, and commercial venues, advancing architectural acoustics and audio engineering design.
Invention Details
Abstract: An absorbing system for disrupting short and long sound energy wavelengths. The absorbing system comprises a two hanging bars, a plurality of hanging straps, a suspended mass assembly. The suspended mass assembly hangs from the two hanging bars with the plurality of hanging straps. The suspended mass assembly comprises a suspended absorbing mass. The suspended absorbing mass comprises a cover and an absorptive portion. The cover encases and holds the absorptive portion. The suspended absorbing mass comprises a plurality of depths between a top point and a bottom point. The plurality of depths comprise a minimum depth and a maximum depth.
Summary of the Invention: An absorbing system for disrupting short and long sound energy wavelengths. Said absorbing system comprises a two hanging bars, a plurality of hanging straps, a suspended mass assembly. Said suspended mass assembly hangs from said two hanging bars with said plurality of hanging straps. Said suspended mass assembly comprises a suspended absorbing mass. Said suspended absorbing mass comprises a cover and an absorptive portion. Said cover encases and holds said absorptive portion. Said suspended absorbing mass comprises a plurality of depths between a top point and a bottom point. Said plurality of depths comprise a minimum depth and a maximum depth.
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