Eargo, Inc. (20240292158). In-Situ Hearing Assessment and Customized Fitting of Hearing Devices simplified abstract
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In-Situ Hearing Assessment and Customized Fitting of Hearing Devices
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Inventor(s)
John Ellison of Minneapolis MN (US)
Hardik Ruparel of Milpitas CA (US)
Jayaganesh Swaminathan of Albany CA (US)
MingYang Lee of Santa Clara CA (US)
Ruchi J Vyas of San Jose CA (US)
Jacob Hall of Saratoga CA (US)
Adriana Goyette of San Jose CA (US)
In-Situ Hearing Assessment and Customized Fitting of Hearing Devices - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240292158 titled 'In-Situ Hearing Assessment and Customized Fitting of Hearing Devices
The patent application describes methods and systems for in-situ hearing assessment and customized fitting of a hearing device by the user.
- Sending instructions to the hearing device to output audio signals with predefined frequencies and loudness levels.
- Outputting the audio signals to the user's ear while the hearing device is in use.
- Measuring user hearing threshold levels at predefined frequencies based on user feedback.
- Finding the best fit audiogram by comparing measured threshold levels with stored audiograms.
- Programming the hearing device with the best fit audiogram.
Potential Applications: - Personalized hearing aid fitting for individuals with hearing loss. - Remote hearing assessments and adjustments for users in different locations. - Customized hearing solutions for users with specific hearing needs.
Problems Solved: - Difficulty in accurately assessing and fitting hearing devices without professional assistance. - Lack of personalized solutions for individuals with varying degrees of hearing loss. - Limited access to timely hearing assessments and adjustments.
Benefits: - Improved user experience with customized hearing solutions. - Increased convenience with remote assessment and fitting capabilities. - Enhanced hearing aid performance through personalized programming.
Commercial Applications: Title: "Personalized Hearing Solutions: Revolutionizing the Hearing Aid Industry" This technology can be utilized by hearing aid manufacturers, audiologists, and healthcare providers to offer personalized and efficient hearing solutions to a wide range of users. The market implications include increased demand for customized hearing devices and services, leading to potential growth opportunities for businesses in the hearing healthcare industry.
Questions about in-situ hearing assessment and customized fitting of a hearing device: 1. How does in-situ assessment differ from traditional hearing tests conducted in a clinical setting? In-situ assessment allows for real-time evaluation of the user's hearing thresholds in their everyday environment, providing more accurate and personalized results compared to traditional tests conducted in controlled settings.
2. What are the advantages of customized fitting of a hearing device based on individual audiograms? Customized fitting ensures that the hearing device is programmed to address the user's specific hearing needs, leading to improved comfort, clarity, and overall satisfaction with the device.
Original Abstract Submitted
methods and systems for in-situ hearing assessment and customized fitting of a hearing device that can be implemented by a user of the hearing device. methods and systems for performing: sending instructions to the hearing device to output audio signals having predefined frequencies and loudness levels; outputting the audio signals to an ear of the user while the hearing device is in an operational position for use by the user; measuring user hearing threshold levels at predefined frequencies based on feedback provided by the user when listening to the audio signals; finding a best fit audiogram, based on comparisons of the measured user hearing threshold levels with hearing threshold levels from a plurality of audiograms stored in memory; and programming the hearing device with the best fit audiogram.
