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Convention Paper

A Novel Synthesis Approach to Loudspeaker Design

Authors: Navarri, Massimo; Tordini, Francesco; Bellati, Emanuele; Toppi, Romolo

AES Convention 112 · Paper 5539 · April 2002

Abstract

As automotive audio market calls for higher loudspeaker performances and shorter time-to-market, there is a need for improved loudspeaker design techniques. Here, an innovative synthesis approach is proposed. First, the non-linear characteristic of each loudspeaker component (spider, cone, and magnetic circuit) has been individually either measured or simulated using a FEA software. Then, given technical specifications, the data pertinent to each component is used to simulate the performance of the loudspeaker. This way, any solution can be explored at synthesis level before prototype assembly, and components can be chosen to guarantee the best fit to customer specifications. Comparison between simulated and measured data is presented to validate the model.

Details

Published in
AES Convention 112
AES Convention
112
Paper number
5539
Publication date
April 6, 2002
Session subject
Automotive Audio
Affiliation
Faital SpA, RSC Department, Milano, Italy (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Convention Paper