20240031744. METHOD FOR OPERATING A BINAURAL HEARING AID SYSTEM AND BINAURAL HEARING AID SYSTEM simplified abstract (Sivantos Pte. Ltd.)
METHOD FOR OPERATING A BINAURAL HEARING AID SYSTEM AND BINAURAL HEARING AID SYSTEM
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Inventor(s)
Benjamin Sackenreuter of Erlangen (DE)
METHOD FOR OPERATING A BINAURAL HEARING AID SYSTEM AND BINAURAL HEARING AID SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240031744 titled 'METHOD FOR OPERATING A BINAURAL HEARING AID SYSTEM AND BINAURAL HEARING AID SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a method for operating a binaural hearing aid system. The system receives both an acoustic audio signal from an acoustic audio source and an electronic audio signal streamed from an electronic audio source. In an acoustic operating mode, the system processes both signals together to generate an output signal with a directional effect. The location of the acoustic audio source is determined, and the directional effect is generated based on the acoustic audio signal, resulting in improved spatial hearing perception.
- The method involves receiving both an acoustic audio signal and an electronic audio signal.
- The acoustic audio signal and the electronic audio signal are jointly processed in an acoustic operating mode.
- An output signal with a directional effect is generated from the two audio signals.
- The location of the acoustic audio source is determined.
- The directional effect is generated based on the acoustic audio signal.
- The method aims to improve spatial hearing perception.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Binaural hearing aid systems for individuals with hearing impairments.
- Audio systems for virtual reality or augmented reality experiences.
- Assistive listening devices for individuals in noisy environments.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Difficulty in perceiving spatial sound cues with traditional hearing aids.
- Challenges in distinguishing between different audio sources in complex listening environments.
- Limited ability to localize sound sources accurately.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved spatial hearing perception for individuals with hearing impairments.
- Enhanced listening experiences in virtual reality or augmented reality applications.
- Better understanding of speech and audio in noisy environments.
Original Abstract Submitted
a method for operating a binaural hearing aid system includes receiving an acoustic audio signal originating from an acoustic audio source and receiving an electronic audio signal streamed from an electronic audio source and based on the acoustic audio signal of the acoustic audio source. at least in an acoustic operating mode, the acoustic audio signal and the electronic audio signal are jointly processed and an output signal having a directional effect is generated from the two audio signals. the location of the acoustic audio source is located and the directional effect is generated on the basis of the acoustic audio signal. a good spatial hearing perception is thus generated. a hearing aid system for carrying out the method is also provided.
