Sivantos Pte. Ltd. (20240323617). METHOD FOR DIRECTIONAL SIGNAL PROCESSING FOR A BINAURAL HEARING SYSTEM simplified abstract

METHOD FOR DIRECTIONAL SIGNAL PROCESSING FOR A BINAURAL HEARING SYSTEM

Organization Name

Sivantos Pte. Ltd.

Inventor(s)

Cecil Wilson of Erlangen (DE)

[[:Category:Christoph L�ken of Erlangen (DE)|Christoph L�ken of Erlangen (DE)]][[Category:Christoph L�ken of Erlangen (DE)]]

METHOD FOR DIRECTIONAL SIGNAL PROCESSING FOR A BINAURAL HEARING SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240323617 titled 'METHOD FOR DIRECTIONAL SIGNAL PROCESSING FOR A BINAURAL HEARING SYSTEM

The patent application describes a method for directional signal processing in a binaural hearing system, where input transducers in the hearing instruments generate signals from ambient sound.

• Input signals are processed to determine a direction and distance, creating a focal point.
• Directional signals are generated to maximize sensitivity in specific directions.
• Yaw angles are adjusted to ensure maximum sensitivity in an overlap region.
• An output signal is produced based on the superposition of directional signals.

1. 1. 1. Potential Applications:

- Hearing aids - Noise cancellation systems - Virtual reality audio systems

1. 1. 1. Problems Solved:

- Improving directional sensitivity in hearing devices - Enhancing sound localization capabilities

1. 1. 1. Benefits:

- Clearer sound quality - Improved user experience - Enhanced spatial awareness

1. 1. 1. Commercial Applications:
         1. Title: Advanced Directional Signal Processing for Binaural Hearing Systems

This technology can be used in the development of high-end hearing aids, noise-canceling headphones, and immersive audio systems for virtual reality applications. The market for hearing assistance devices and audio equipment could benefit significantly from this innovation.

1. 1. 1. Questions about Directional Signal Processing for Binaural Hearing Systems:

1. How does this technology improve sound localization for users?

  - This technology enhances sound localization by adjusting directional signals to maximize sensitivity in specific directions, improving the user's ability to pinpoint the source of sounds.
  

2. What are the potential challenges in implementing this method in commercial hearing devices?

  - Some challenges may include optimizing the algorithm for different environments and ensuring compatibility with existing hardware in hearing devices.

Original Abstract Submitted

a method for directional signal processing for a binaural hearing system. in input transducers of first and second hearing instruments generate input signals from an ambient sound signal. a direction relative to a preferred direction and a distance from a reference point of the binaural hearing system are predetermined, to predetermine a focal point. first and second directional signals are generated from input signals by directional signal processing so that a direction of maximum sensitivity, starting from the first and second hearing instruments form respective a first and second yaw angles with the preferred direction. the yaw angles are adjusted via the directional signal processing of the input signals so that a superposition of the first and second directional signals has a maximum sensitivity in an overlap region that includes the predetermined focal point. an output signal of the binaural hearing system is generated based on the superposition.