17937702. COCHLEAR IMPLANT SYSTEM AND METHOD simplified abstract (International Business Machines Corporation)
Contents
- 1 COCHLEAR IMPLANT SYSTEM AND METHOD
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 COCHLEAR IMPLANT SYSTEM AND METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
COCHLEAR IMPLANT SYSTEM AND METHOD
Organization Name
International Business Machines Corporation
Inventor(s)
Sarbajit K. Rakshit of Kolkata (IN)
Katsuyuki Sakuma of Fishkill NY (US)
Amos Cahan of Dobbs Ferry NY (US)
COCHLEAR IMPLANT SYSTEM AND METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17937702 titled 'COCHLEAR IMPLANT SYSTEM AND METHOD
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a method and system for a cochlear implant that processes electric audio signals and transmits them to electro-acoustic transducer elements within the cochlea to provide a vibrating stimulus based on the processed audio signal.
- Receiving an electric audio signal
- Processing the electric audio signal
- Transmitting the processed signal to electro-acoustic transducer elements in the cochlea
- Vibrating at least one transducer element in response to the processed signal
Potential Applications
The technology can be used in medical devices for individuals with hearing impairments, specifically those who may benefit from cochlear implants.
Problems Solved
This technology addresses the issue of providing a more efficient and effective way to stimulate the auditory nerve in individuals with hearing loss.
Benefits
- Improved sound quality for cochlear implant users - Enhanced speech perception - Better overall hearing experience for individuals with hearing impairments
Potential Commercial Applications
The technology can be applied in the development of advanced cochlear implants for the medical device market, catering to individuals with hearing loss.
Possible Prior Art
Prior art may include existing cochlear implant technologies that also aim to stimulate the auditory nerve in individuals with hearing impairments.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology compare to traditional hearing aids in terms of effectiveness and user experience?
This article does not provide a direct comparison between this technology and traditional hearing aids in terms of effectiveness and user experience.
What are the potential limitations or drawbacks of this technology in terms of long-term use and maintenance?
This article does not address the potential limitations or drawbacks of this technology in terms of long-term use and maintenance.
Original Abstract Submitted
Method and system for a cochlear implant that includes receiving, by a processor, an electric audio signal; processing, by the processor, the electric audio signal, thereby providing a processed electric audio signal; receiving, by a transducer driver, the processed electric audio signal; transmitting, by the transducer driver, the processed electric audio signal to electro-acoustic transducer elements that are at least arranged within a cochlea; and vibrating at least one electro-acoustic transducer element of the electro-acoustic transducer elements in response to the at least one electro-acoustic transducer element receiving the processed electric audio signal, thereby providing a vibrating stimulus based on the processed electric audio signal.
