The Ripple by Jackson McConnell Helps the Hearing-Impaired "Feel the Beat"
Michael Hines — June 3, 2010 — Pop Culture
The Ripple by Jackson McConnell may one day revolutionize how deaf people enjoy music. The Ripple is designed to let the deaf and hearing-impaired 'feel' musical beats. I can already feel the beat building.
While its fluctuating needles manifest sound waves, the Ripple by Jackson McConnell works by emitting multi-toned vibrations. Therefore, as you feel the vibrated emissions, you can also see it physically represented on an oscilloscope. With music being a huge part of my life, I hope that the Ripple is one day developed so the hearing impaired can also experience the joy music brings.
While its fluctuating needles manifest sound waves, the Ripple by Jackson McConnell works by emitting multi-toned vibrations. Therefore, as you feel the vibrated emissions, you can also see it physically represented on an oscilloscope. With music being a huge part of my life, I hope that the Ripple is one day developed so the hearing impaired can also experience the joy music brings.
Trend Themes
1. Haptic Speaker Technology - The development of haptic speaker technology, such as the Ripple by Jackson McConnell, can provide new ways of experiencing music and sound waves beyond traditional audio output.
2. Inclusive Audio Entertainment - Inclusive audio entertainment experiences that cater to individuals with hearing impairments or disabilities can tap into a previously underserved consumer market.
3. Music Therapy Innovations - Innovations in music therapy, such as haptic speaker technology, can provide new treatment methods for individuals with hearing impairments or disabilities.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry has an opportunity to develop haptic speaker technology products specifically for individuals with hearing impairments.
2. Music and Entertainment - The music and entertainment industry can explore ways to create more inclusive experiences and reach a wider audience by incorporating haptic speaker technology and other innovations.
3. Healthcare and Therapy - The healthcare and therapy industry can leverage haptic speaker technology and other related innovations to provide new treatment options and improve quality of life for individuals with hearing impairments or disabilities.
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