GN Hearing A/S (20240259736). MODULAR HEARING INSTRUMENT COMPRISING ELECTRO-ACOUSTIC CALIBRATION PARAMETERS simplified abstract
Contents
MODULAR HEARING INSTRUMENT COMPRISING ELECTRO-ACOUSTIC CALIBRATION PARAMETERS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Flemming Schmidt of Virum (DK)
MODULAR HEARING INSTRUMENT COMPRISING ELECTRO-ACOUSTIC CALIBRATION PARAMETERS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240259736 titled 'MODULAR HEARING INSTRUMENT COMPRISING ELECTRO-ACOUSTIC CALIBRATION PARAMETERS
The abstract of the patent application describes a hearing instrument that consists of a first portion placed at the pinna of the user's ear and a second portion with an earpiece for insertion into the ear canal. The second portion also includes a connector assembly for electrical coupling to the first portion, a receiver or miniature loudspeaker for audio signal reception, and a non-volatile memory circuit for storing module data, including electroacoustic calibration parameters.
- The hearing instrument has a two-part design for comfortable and effective placement in the user's ear.
- The connector assembly allows for electrical coupling between the two portions of the device.
- The receiver or miniature loudspeaker in the second portion receives audio drive signals through the connector wires.
- The non-volatile memory circuit stores module data, including electroacoustic calibration parameters for the receiver or loudspeaker.
- This technology aims to improve the performance and customization of hearing instruments for users.
Potential Applications: - Hearing aid devices for individuals with hearing impairments. - Audio devices for communication or entertainment purposes.
Problems Solved: - Providing a comfortable and effective hearing instrument design. - Storing and utilizing electroacoustic calibration parameters for improved audio performance.
Benefits: - Enhanced user experience with personalized audio settings. - Improved audio quality and performance for individuals with hearing loss.
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Hearing Instrument Technology for Enhanced Audio Performance This technology can be used in the development of advanced hearing aid devices for commercial sale. It can cater to a wide range of users with varying degrees of hearing impairments, providing a customizable and effective solution for improved audio performance.
Questions about Hearing Instrument Technology: 1. How does the connector assembly facilitate the electrical coupling between the two portions of the hearing instrument? 2. What are the potential market implications of this advanced hearing instrument technology?
Original Abstract Submitted
a hearing instrument includes: a first portion shaped and sized for placement at a pinna of a user's ear; and a second portion having an earpiece for placement in the user's ear canal; wherein the second portion also comprises a connector assembly configured for electrically coupling to the first portion, the connector assembly having a plurality of connector wires, the plurality of connector wires comprising a first connector wire; wherein the second portion also comprises a receiver or miniature loudspeaker for receipt of an audio drive signal through at least the first connector wire; and wherein the second portion also comprises a non-volatile memory circuit having a data interface configured for receipt and transmittal of module data, the non-volatile memory circuit configured to store the module data, wherein the stored module data at least comprises electroacoustic calibration parameter(s) of the receiver or the miniature loudspeaker.
