20240056747. METHOD, APPARATUS AND SYSTEM FOR NEURAL NETWORK HEARING AID simplified abstract (Chromatic Inc.)

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METHOD, APPARATUS AND SYSTEM FOR NEURAL NETWORK HEARING AID

Organization Name

Chromatic Inc.

Inventor(s)

Andrew J. Casper of Inver Grove Heights MN (US)

Igor Lovchinsky of New York NY (US)

Nicholas Morris of Brooklyn NY (US)

Matthew De Jonge of Brooklyn NY (US)

Jonathan Macoskey of Pittsburgh PA (US)

Philip Meyers, Iv of Brooklyn NY (US)

METHOD, APPARATUS AND SYSTEM FOR NEURAL NETWORK HEARING AID - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240056747 titled 'METHOD, APPARATUS AND SYSTEM FOR NEURAL NETWORK HEARING AID

Simplified Explanation

The disclosed patent application describes a method, system, and apparatus for improving a user's understanding of speech in real-time conversations by processing audio through a neural network contained in a hearing device. The hearing device can be a headphone or a hearing aid.

  • The apparatus includes a controller that receives an incoming signal and provides a controller output signal.
  • The apparatus also includes neural network engine (NNE) circuitry that is in communication with the controller. The NNE circuitry can be activated by the controller and is configured to generate an NNE output signal from the controller output signal.
  • Additionally, the apparatus includes digital signal processing (DSP) circuitry that receives either the controller output signal or the NNE circuitry output signal to generate a processed signal.
  • The controller determines the processing path of the controller output signal through either the DSP or the NNE circuitries based on predefined parameters, incoming signal characteristics, and NNE circuitry feedback.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • Improved speech understanding in real-time conversations for individuals using hearing devices.
  • Enhanced audio processing for headphones or hearing aids, leading to better sound quality and clarity.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • Difficulty in understanding speech in noisy environments or during conversations with multiple speakers.
  • Limited effectiveness of traditional hearing devices in processing and enhancing speech signals.

Benefits of this technology:

  • Improved speech comprehension and communication for individuals with hearing impairments.
  • Enhanced audio experience for headphone users, leading to better enjoyment of music, movies, and other media.


Original Abstract Submitted

the disclosure generally relates to a method, system and apparatus to improve a user's understanding of speech in real-time conversations by processing the audio through a neural network contained in a hearing device. the hearing device may be a headphone or hearing aid. in one embodiment, the disclosure relates to an apparatus to enhance incoming audio signal. the apparatus includes a controller to receive an incoming signal and provide a controller output signal; a neural network engine (nne) circuitry in communication with the controller, the nne circuitry activatable by the controller, the nne circuitry configured to generate an nne output signal from the controller output signal; and a digital signal processing (dsp) circuitry to receive one or more of controller output signal or the nne circuitry output signal to thereby generate a processed signal; wherein the controller determines a processing path of the controller output signal through one of the dsp or the nne circuitries as a function of one or more of predefined parameters, incoming signal characteristics and nne circuitry feedback.

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