METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR KEYWORD DETECTION USING KEYWORD REPETITIONS

Systems and methods for keyword detection using keyword repetitions are provided. An example method includes receiving an acoustic signal representing at least one captured sound. Using a keyword model, a first confidence score for the first acoustic signal may be acquired. The method also includes determining the first confidence score is less than a detection threshold within a first value. In response, lowering the threshold by a second value for a pre-determined time interval. The method also includes receiving a second acoustic signal captured during the pre-determined time interval and acquiring a second confidence score for the second acoustic signal. The method also includes determining the second confidence score equals or exceeds the lowered threshold, and then confirming keyword detection. The threshold may be restored after the pre-determined time interval. The keyword model may be temporarily replaced by a tuned keyword model to facilitate keyword detection in low SNR conditions.