AES 5th International Conference on Automotive Audio: Full Schedule

2:00pm CEST

NVH, Sound and Speech

Thursday June 27, 2024 2:00pm - 3:30pm CEST

This session includes two workshops that focus on NVH, Speech and AVAS.

2:00-3:00pm
Synergizing NVH, Sound, and Speech: Innovating Automotive Design
Explore the cutting-edge integration of noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) control with advanced speech recognition in automotive design. This panel will delve into how early-stage planning, strategic hardware choices, and innovative validation standards are transforming in-car voice assistance. Discover strategies for creating adaptable, future-proof systems that enhance user experience across diverse driving conditions, reduce costs, improve efficiency, and ensure inclusive, high-performance speech processing. Be part of the conversation that is shaping the future of connected driving experiences.

Hosts: Fabio Carnetti, Dr. Samira Mohamady
Panelists: Jens Feldhaus, Dr. Sylvain Chevalier, Jacob Soendergaard, Yu Du (Dewey), Dr. Xiaojun Qiu

Speakers

Samira Mohamady

Audio Expert, AUDI AG

I am an expert in vehicle validation and verification, with a specialization in audio and sound systems. Currently, I work at Audi AG, where I focus on developing and executing advanced test concepts and automating testing processes for vehicle audio systems. Before joining Audi... Read More →

Fabio Cagnetti

COO, BdSound

Electronic engineer, co-founder and COO of BdSound, an Italian company specializing in enhancing voice experiences in cars, at home, and at work.Formerly an IC designer at STMicroelectronics and an AES (Audio Engineering Society) member for 27 years.And in my free time, pianist and... Read More →

Jens Feldhaus

Sylvain Chevalier

Director of Partner and Program Management, SoundHound AI

Dr. Sylvain Chevalier is the Director and Partner of Program Management for Automotive at SoundHound AI. With a career focus on speech technologies, Dr. Chevalier has amassed extensive experience working in China, Singapore, and France. Since 2018, he has concentrated on advancing... Read More →

Jacob Soendergaard

HEAD acoustics, Inc.

Jacob Soendergaard is an Audio and Acoustics enthusiast privileged to be employed in the industry. With a Bachelor of Engineering from Imperial College and Master of Science from University of Sussex, Jacob spent the following 7 years working for GRAS Sound & Vibration in a variety... Read More →

Yu (Dewey) Du

Distinguished Engineer, Harman International

Yu (Dewey) Du holds a PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech (Blacksburg, Virginia, USA). Dr. Du started his professional career in the acoustic field as a research scientist developing advanced passive and active personal hearing protection technologies for military... Read More →

Dr. Xiaojun Qiu

Dr. Xiaojun Qiu is currently a Chief Scientist in Audio and Acoustics at Huawei. He received his Bachelor and Master degrees from Peking University in 1989 and 1992, and his PhD from Nanjing University in 1995, all majoring in Acoustics. He worked in the University of Adelaide as... Read More →

Thursday June 27, 2024 2:00pm - 3:30pm CEST
Auditorium

NVH Speech and AVAS

Presentation Type Workshop