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About the Project
Design of immersive binaural surround systems requires an understanding of the perceptual cues for sound source localisation. Any source at a given angle of incidence to the head will create subtle time and level difference cues at the ears and is subject to spectral shaping due to the pinnae. These cues are embedded in the Head Related Impulse Response (HRIR). For headphone reproduction of 3-D audio, filtering a source signal with a unique pair of HRIRs and presenting these filtered signals over headphones will ideally give the listener the impression that the source is located outside of the head and in the direction dictated by the filters. This process, known as binaural synthesis, has several drawbacks. First, HRIRs are unique for each listener, and the capture of large datasets of HRIRs is expensive and time consuming. As yet there is no assured method for selecting ‘near match’ HRIRs for an individual and generic HRIR sets are known to produce sound localisation errors, including front-back reversals, and lack of externalization. This PhD can explore any of the facets required to create better immersive 3D binaural experiences for the individual.
Entry requirements:
Candidates should have (or expect to obtain) a minimum of a UK upper second class honours degree (2.1) or equivalent in Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Music Technology or a closely related subject.
How to apply:
Applicants should apply via the University’s online application system at https://www.york.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/apply/. Please read the application guidance first so that you understand the various steps in the application process.
Funding Notes
This is a self-funded project and you will need to have sufficient funds in place (eg from scholarships, personal funds and/or other sources) to cover the tuition fees and living expenses for the duration of the research degree programme. Please check the School of Physics, Engineering and Technology website View Website for details about funding opportunities at York.
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