REAL-TIME MULTILINGUAL RAILWAY ANNOUNCEMENT TRANSLATION SYSTEM FOR MOBILE DEVICES

Abstract

ABSTRACT “REAL-TIME MULTILINGUAL RAILWAY ANNOUNCEMENT TRANSLATION SYSTEM FOR MOBILE DEVICES” The present invention provides real-time multilingual railway announcement translation system for mobile devices. This system captures live railway announcements, utilizes advanced noise reduction techniques to improve audio clarity, and converts the audio to text. Key travel information, such as train numbers, times, and platform details, is extracted from the text using natural language processing (NLP) and translated into a user-selected language. An interactive user interface displays translated announcements, provides personalized notifications, and supports features like chat bots and visual displays to enhance user experience. This comprehensive, integrated solution is tailored for railway environments, promoting inclusivity and accessibility for travelers of diverse linguistic backgrounds by delivering accurate, timely information in multiple languages. Figure 1

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Description:TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present invention relates to the field of automated announcement systems, and more particularly, the present invention relates to the real-time multilingual railway announcement translation system for mobile devices.
BACKGROUND ART
[0002] The following discussion of the background of the invention is intended to facilitate an understanding of the present invention. However, it should be appreciated that the discussion is not an acknowledgment or admission that any of the material referred to was published, known, or part of the common general knowledge in any jurisdiction as of the application's priority date. The details provided herein the background if belongs to any publication is taken only as a reference for describing the problems, in general terminologies or principles or both of science and technology in the associated prior art.
[0003] Linguistic Barriers: Railway announcements, crucial for conveying train schedules, platform changes, and safety information, are often delivered in the local language. This creates confusion and difficulties for travelers unfamiliar with the language, potentially leading to missed trains, delays, and a stressful travel experience.
[0004] Information Accessibility: Travelers need a convenient and reliable way to access and understand critical railway information in their preferred language. This includes details like train numbers, departure and arrival times, platform assignments, delays, cancellations, and emergency notifications.
[0005] Missed Connections and Delays: Misunderstanding announcements or relying on limited visual displays can lead to missed connections, delays, and overall travel inconvenience. This disrupts individual journeys and impacts the efficiency of the railway system.
[0006] Limited Existing Solutions: Current translation apps may not be tailored to the specific challenges of railway announcements, such as noisy environments, domain-specific vocabulary, and the need for real-time translation. Generic translation apps often lack the accuracy and speed required to effectively assist travelers in railway settings.
Problem in the existing product:
[0007] Lack of Real-time Translation: Existing methods may not provide immediate translation of railway announcements, leading to confusion and missed information. Travelers need instant access to translated information to make informed decisions and navigate their journey effectively.
[0008] Inaccurate Transcription: Noisy environments in railway stations, with background announcements, train sounds, and passenger chatter, can hinder accurate speech-to-text conversion, affecting the quality of translation. Robust noise reduction is crucial for reliable transcription.
[0009] Limited Multilingual Support: Some translation systems may not support a wide range of languages, excluding certain travelers and limiting accessibility. A comprehensive system should cater to diverse linguistic needs.
[0010] Poor User Experience: Existing solutions may have complex interfaces or lack interactive features, making them less user-friendly. Travelers need an intuitive and easy-to-use system for quick access to information and seamless communication.
[0011] In light of the foregoing, there is a need for Real-time multilingual railway announcement translation system for mobile devices that overcomes problems prevalent in the prior art associated with the traditionally available method or system, of the above-mentioned inventions that can be used with the presented disclosed technique with or without modification.
[0012] All publications herein are incorporated by reference to the same extent as if each individual publication or patent application were specifically and individually indicated to be incorporated by reference. Where a definition or use of a term in an incorporated reference is inconsistent or contrary to the definition of that term provided herein, the definition of that term provided herein applies, and the definition of that term in the reference does not apply.
OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION
[0013] The principal object of the present invention is to overcome the disadvantages of the prior art by providing real-time multilingual railway announcement translation system for mobile devices.
[0014] Another object of the present invention is to provide real-time multilingual railway announcement translation system for mobile devices that makes railway information accessible to travelers of diverse linguistic backgrounds, promoting inclusivity and independent travel.
[0015] Another object of the present invention is to provide real-time multilingual railway announcement translation system for mobile devices that empowers travelers to navigate railway systems with confidence, regardless of their language proficiency.
[0016] Another object of the present invention is to provide real-time multilingual railway announcement translation system for mobile devices that improves Travel Experience: Reduces confusion, stress, and missed connections, leading to a more enjoyable and efficient journey.
[0017] Another object of the present invention is to provide real-time multilingual railway announcement translation system for mobile devices that can rely on the system for accurate and timely information, minimizing travel disruptions.
[0018] Another object of the present invention is to provide real-time multilingual railway announcement translation system for mobile devices that provides up-to-date train information, including delays and platform changes, ensuring travelers are well-informed and can adapt to any changes in their itinerary.
[0019] Another object of the present invention is to provide real-time multilingual railway announcement translation system for mobile devices that enhances travel flexibility and reduces uncertainty.
[0020] Another object of the present invention is to provide real-time multilingual railway announcement translation system for mobile devices that offers an intuitive and interactive interface for easy communication and information retrieval. The system is designed to be accessible to travelers of all ages and technical abilities, promoting ease of use.
[0021] Another object of the present invention is to provide real-time multilingual railway announcement translation system for mobile devices that streamlines the process of obtaining railway information, saving travelers time and effort. By providing instant access to relevant information, the system allows travelers to make informed decisions quickly and efficiently.
[0022] The foregoing and other objects of the present invention will become readily apparent upon further review of the following detailed description of the embodiments as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0023] The present invention relates to real-time multilingual railway announcement translation system for mobile devices.
[0024] Real-time Translation: The system provides immediate translation of railway announcements into the user's preferred language, ensuring timely access to critical information. This allows travelers to understand announcements as they are made, facilitating informed decision-making.
[0025] Multilingual Support: It supports a wide range of languages, catering to diverse travelers and promoting inclusivity. This ensures that travelers from various linguistic backgrounds can benefit from the system.
[0026] Interactive Interface: The system offers an interactive user interface for easy communication and information retrieval. This includes features like chat bots, visual displays, and personalized notifications to enhance user experience.
[0027] Noise Reduction: Employs advanced noise reduction techniques to improve the accuracy of speech-to-text conversion in noisy environments. This ensures reliable transcription even in challenging acoustic conditions.
[0028] Accurate Information Extraction: Utilizes natural language processing (NLP) to extract key details from announcements, such as train numbers, times, and platforms. This enables the system to provide concise and relevant information to the user.
[0029] Synchronized Database: Accesses a synchronized railway database for up-to-date train information, including delays, cancellations, and platform changes. This ensures that travelers receive the most current and accurate information.
Unique features of our solution include the following:
[0030] Tailored to Railway Environments: The system is specifically designed to address the challenges of railway announcements, such as noisy environments, domain-specific vocabulary, and the need for real-time translation. It is optimized for the unique acoustic and linguistic conditions of railway settings.
[0031] Real-time Multilingual Translation: Provides immediate translation of announcements in a wide range of languages, ensuring timely access to critical information for diverse travelers. This feature sets it apart from generic translation apps and static information boards.
[0032] Interactive User Interface: Offers an intuitive and interactive interface for easy communication and information access. This includes features like chatbots, visual displays, and personalized notifications to enhance user experience and accessibility.
[0033] Comprehensive Solution: Combines audio recording, noise reduction, speech-to-text, information extraction, database query, and translation into a single integrated system. This comprehensive approach addresses the multifaceted challenges of railway communication.
[0034] While the invention has been described and shown with reference to the preferred embodiment, it will be apparent that variations might be possible that would fall within the scope of the present invention.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[0035] So that the manner in which the above-recited features of the present invention can be understood in detail, a more particular description of the invention, briefly summarized above, may have been referred by embodiments, some of which are illustrated in the appended drawings. It is to be noted, however, that the appended drawings illustrate only typical embodiments of this invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope, for the invention may admit to other equally effective embodiments.
[0036] These and other features, benefits, and advantages of the present invention will become apparent by reference to the following text figure, with like reference numbers referring to like structures across the views, wherein:
[0037] Figure 1 shows a program flow for real-time multilingual railway announcement translation system for mobile devices, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0038] While the present invention is described herein by way of example using embodiments and illustrative drawings, those skilled in the art will recognize that the invention is not limited to the embodiments of drawing or drawings described and are not intended to represent the scale of the various components. Further, some components that may form a part of the invention may not be illustrated in certain figures, for ease of illustration, and such omissions do not limit the embodiments outlined in any way. It should be understood that the drawings and the detailed description thereto are not intended to limit the invention to the particular form disclosed, but on the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the present invention as defined by the appended claim.
[0039] As used throughout this description, the word "may" is used in a permissive sense (i.e. meaning having the potential to), rather than the mandatory sense, (i.e. meaning must). Further, the words "a" or "an" mean "at least one" and the word "plurality" means "one or more" unless otherwise mentioned. Furthermore, the terminology and phraseology used herein are solely used for descriptive purposes and should not be construed as limiting in scope. Language such as "including," "comprising," "having," "containing," or "involving," and variations thereof, is intended to be broad and encompass the subject matter listed thereafter, equivalents, and additional subject matter not recited, and is not intended to exclude other additives, components, integers, or steps. Likewise, the term "comprising" is considered synonymous with the terms "including" or "containing" for applicable legal purposes. Any discussion of documents, acts, materials, devices, articles, and the like are included in the specification solely for the purpose of providing a context for the present invention. It is not suggested or represented that any or all these matters form part of the prior art base or were common general knowledge in the field relevant to the present invention.
[0040] In this disclosure, whenever a composition or an element or a group of elements is preceded with the transitional phrase "comprising", it is understood that we also contemplate the same composition, element, or group of elements with transitional phrases "consisting of", "consisting", "selected from the group of consisting of, "including", or "is" preceding the recitation of the composition, element or group of elements and vice versa.
[0041] The present invention is described hereinafter by various embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawing, wherein reference numerals used in the accompanying drawing correspond to the like elements throughout the description. This invention may, however, be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiment set forth herein. Rather, the embodiment is provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete and will fully convey the scope of the invention to those skilled in the art. In the following detailed description, numeric values and ranges are provided for various aspects of the implementations described. These values and ranges are to be treated as examples only and are not intended to limit the scope of the claims. In addition, several materials are identified as suitable for various facets of the implementations. These materials are to be treated as exemplary and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention.
[0042] The present invention relates to real-time multilingual railway announcement translation system for mobile devices.
[0043] Real-time Translation: The system provides immediate translation of railway announcements into the user's preferred language, ensuring timely access to critical information. This allows travelers to understand announcements as they are made, facilitating informed decision-making.
[0044] Multilingual Support: It supports a wide range of languages, catering to diverse travelers and promoting inclusivity. This ensures that travelers from various linguistic backgrounds can benefit from the system.
[0045] Interactive Interface: The system offers an interactive user interface for easy communication and information retrieval. This includes features like chat bots, visual displays, and personalized notifications to enhance user experience.
[0046] Noise Reduction: Employs advanced noise reduction techniques to improve the accuracy of speech-to-text conversion in noisy environments. This ensures reliable transcription even in challenging acoustic conditions.
[0047] Accurate Information Extraction: Utilizes natural language processing (NLP) to extract key details from announcements, such as train numbers, times, and platforms. This enables the system to provide concise and relevant information to the user.
[0048] Synchronized Database: Accesses a synchronized railway database for up-to-date train information, including delays, cancellations, and platform changes. This ensures that travelers receive the most current and accurate information.
Unique features of our solution include the following:
[0049] Tailored to Railway Environments: The system is specifically designed to address the challenges of railway announcements, such as noisy environments, domain-specific vocabulary, and the need for real-time translation. It is optimized for the unique acoustic and linguistic conditions of railway settings.
[0050] Real-time Multilingual Translation: Provides immediate translation of announcements in a wide range of languages, ensuring timely access to critical information for diverse travelers. This feature sets it apart from generic translation apps and static information boards.
[0051] Interactive User Interface: Offers an intuitive and interactive interface for easy communication and information access. This includes features like chatbots, visual displays, and personalized notifications to enhance user experience and accessibility.
[0052] Comprehensive Solution: Combines audio recording, noise reduction, speech-to-text, information extraction, database query, and translation into a single integrated system. This comprehensive approach addresses the multifaceted challenges of railway communication.
[0053] Following are some of the advantages of the present invention:
[0054] Enhanced Accessibility: Makes railway information accessible to travelers of diverse linguistic backgrounds, promoting inclusivity and independent travel. This empowers travelers to navigate railway systems with confidence, regardless of their language proficiency.
[0055] Improved Travel Experience: Reduces confusion, stress, and missed connections, leading to a more enjoyable and efficient journey. Travelers can rely on the system for accurate and timely information, minimizing travel disruptions.
[0056] Real-time Information: Provides up-to-date train information, including delays and platform changes, ensuring travelers are well-informed and can adapt to any changes in their itinerary. This enhances travel flexibility and reduces uncertainty.
[0057] User-Friendly Interface: Offers an intuitive and interactive interface for easy communication and information retrieval. The system is designed to be accessible to travelers of all ages and technical abilities, promoting ease of use.
[0058] Increased Efficiency: Streamlines the process of obtaining railway information, saving travelers time and effort. By providing instant access to relevant information, the system allows travelers to make informed decisions quickly and efficiently.
[0059] Novelty of our proposed model are:
[0060] Integrated System: The integration of various technologies, including audio recording, noise reduction, speech-to-text, information extraction, database query, and translation, into a single, seamless system for real-time railway announcement translation.
[0061] Real-time Multilingual Translation: The ability to provide immediate translation of railway announcements in a wide range of languages, catering to diverse travelers and ensuring timely access to critical information.
[0062] Interactive User Interface: The design and implementation of an intuitive and interactive user interface for seamless communication and information access, enhancing user experience and accessibility.
[0063] Innovative features of the present invention:
[0064] Real-time Translation: Provides immediate translation of railway announcements, ensuring passengers receive timely information.
[0065] Multilingual Support: Caters to diverse travelers by supporting a wide range of languages.
[0066] Interactive Interface: Offers an intuitive and interactive platform for easy communication and information access.
[0067] Noise Reduction: Employs noise reduction techniques to improve accuracy in noisy railway environments.
[0068] Accurate Information Extraction: Utilizes natural language processing to extract key details from announcements.
[0069] Synchronized Database: Accesses a synchronized railway database for up-to-date train information.
[0070] Applications of the present invention:
[0071] Railway Operators: Can be integrated into railway infrastructure to enhance passenger services, accessibility, and customer satisfaction. This can attract more passengers, especially international travelers, and improve the overall efficiency of railway operations.
[0072] Mobile App Developers: Can be developed as a mobile app for travelers to use in railway stations worldwide, generating revenue through app sales, subscriptions, or partnerships with railway operators and tourism agencies.
[0073] Tourism Industry: Can be used to assist tourists and international travelers in navigating railway systems, enhancing their travel experience and promoting tourism in various regions. This can lead to increased revenue for the tourism sector.
[0074] Transportation Authorities: Can be implemented in various transportation hubs, such as airports, bus terminals, and metro stations, to improve communication with passengers and enhance overall accessibility. This can contribute to a more efficient and inclusive transportation network.
[0075] Various modifications to these embodiments are apparent to those skilled in the art from the description and the accompanying drawings. The principles associated with the various embodiments described herein may be applied to other embodiments. Therefore, the description is not intended to be limited to the 5 embodiments shown along with the accompanying drawings but is to be providing the broadest scope consistent with the principles and the novel and inventive features disclosed or suggested herein. Accordingly, the invention is anticipated to hold on to all other such alternatives, modifications, and variations that fall within the scope of the present invention and appended claims.
, Claims:CLAIMS
We Claim:
1) A real-time multilingual translation system for railway announcements, comprising:
- an audio recording module configured to capture live railway announcements;
- a noise reduction module to enhance the clarity of the recorded audio in noisy environments;
- a speech-to-text module for converting the recorded audio into textual data;
- a natural language processing (NLP) module for extracting key information from the textual data, including train identifiers, times, and platform numbers;
- a translation module configured to translate the extracted information into a user-selected language;
- an interactive user interface to present translated announcements and allow user interaction for accessing additional information;
- a synchronized database connection providing real-time updates on train schedules, delays, cancellations, and platform changes;
- wherein the system provides immediate translation of railway announcements into multiple languages for enhanced traveler accessibility and experience.
2) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the noise reduction module applies advanced noise suppression algorithms to improve accuracy in crowded and noisy railway environments, ensuring clear and reliable transcription.
3) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the translation module supports a plurality of languages, facilitating real-time translation of announcements to accommodate diverse linguistic needs.
4) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the interactive user interface includes:
- chat bots for user inquiries regarding train schedules and status;
- visual displays presenting translated announcement details in an easily readable format;
- personalized notifications for relevant travel updates, such as platform changes or delays.

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