Invention Title:

AUDIO AND VIDEO TRANSLATOR

Publication number:

US20240194183

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Section:

Physics

Class:

G10L13/08

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Smart overview of the Invention

A comprehensive system is proposed for translating audio and video content, leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of translations. This system can process various speech characteristics such as emotion, pacing, idioms, sarcasm, and tone, ensuring that the translated output closely mirrors the nuances of the original media. Additionally, it includes capabilities for manipulating video to create realistic lip-syncing with the translated audio.

Challenges with Traditional Methods

Conventional audio translation techniques are often labor-intensive and time-consuming, requiring extensive human involvement for tasks like listening, recording, transcribing, and dubbing. These methods frequently result in a lack of synchronization between translated audio and the corresponding lip movements in videos. The proposed system aims to address these inefficiencies by automating key processes in audio translation and video manipulation.

Process of Translation

The translation method begins with acquiring an input media file that may contain both audio and video in a specific language. The system preprocesses the audio to enhance quality and identifies vocal segments along with speaker information. It also captures lip movement data from the video to facilitate accurate synchronization later on.

Utilization of AI in Translation

The method incorporates AI technologies to convert spoken audio into text transcriptions while analyzing sentiment and emotional tone. Key features include acquiring meta information related to emotions and tones, which are then used to translate the transcription into a target language while maintaining similar pacing and emotional context as the original content.

Final Output Generation

Once translations are completed, the system generates synthesized audio that corresponds with the translated text. The final step involves integrating this audio back into the video, ensuring that it aligns perfectly with the original lip movements. This results in a seamless viewing experience where translated content appears as if it was originally produced in the target language.