Part of the integrated system incorporates an articulation practice software tool that uses real-time phonetic mapping technology. The so-called STAPTk offers visual feedback of speech articulation using a kinematics map. User's speech activates a moving sprite around a window area that has been set up according to particular sounds. The closer the acoustics are to a target sound, the nearer the sprite comes to the specific target.
The developed prototype has been based on a neural networks technology trained to map acoustics to a 2D position. The key application of the innovative technology is in speech therapy when training individuals to improve articulation. Other applications include practicing speech in second language learning.
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