Human Audition and Production in Speech Technology - 2009

Explore the intersection of human audition, speech production, and speech technology in this comprehensive lecture by Andreas Andreou from the Center for Language & Speech Processing at Johns Hopkins University. Delve into the fundamental principles of how humans perceive and produce speech, and discover how these concepts are applied in modern speech technology. Gain insights into the physiological and cognitive processes involved in auditory perception and vocal tract mechanics. Examine the latest advancements in speech recognition, synthesis, and processing techniques that leverage our understanding of human auditory and production systems. Learn about the challenges and opportunities in developing more natural and effective speech-based interfaces and applications. This 1-hour and 26-minute talk provides a solid foundation for researchers, engineers, and students interested in the multidisciplinary field of speech technology and its connection to human auditory and production mechanisms.