Sonova AG (20240323624). Hearing Device Having a Shell that Includes a Compressible Region and Methods of Manufacturing the Same simplified abstract
Hearing Device Having a Shell that Includes a Compressible Region and Methods of Manufacturing the Same
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Inventor(s)
Patrizia Richner of Männedorf (CH)
Thomas Wessel of Männedorf (CH)
Hearing Device Having a Shell that Includes a Compressible Region and Methods of Manufacturing the Same - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240323624 titled 'Hearing Device Having a Shell that Includes a Compressible Region and Methods of Manufacturing the Same
The abstract describes a hearing device with an in-the-ear component that is custom formed to fit within the user's ear canal. The device includes a compressible region that can deform and compress when the ear canal deforms.
- Custom-formed shell made of soft material using additive manufacturing
- Compressible region on the outer surface to contact the ear canal wall
- Deformable cavity within the compressible region to accommodate ear canal deformation
- Designed to fit partially within the user's ear canal
- In-the-ear component for hearing assistance
Potential Applications: - Hearing aids - Assistive listening devices - Communication devices for individuals with hearing impairments
Problems Solved: - Custom fit for comfort and effectiveness - Accommodates ear canal deformation for a secure fit - Provides personalized hearing assistance
Benefits: - Improved comfort and fit - Enhanced hearing assistance - Customized solution for individual needs
Commercial Applications: Title: Custom In-the-Ear Hearing Devices for Personalized Hearing Assistance Potential commercial uses include: - Hearing aid clinics - Medical device manufacturers - Assistive technology companies
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the custom-formed shell improve the effectiveness of the hearing device? 2. What are the advantages of using additive manufacturing for creating the in-the-ear component?
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in additive manufacturing techniques for hearing devices to improve customization and comfort for users.
Original Abstract Submitted
an exemplary hearing device may comprise an in-the-ear (“ite”) component comprising a shell that is custom formed of a soft material by additive manufacturing to fit at least partially within an ear canal of the user. the shell may include a compressible region provided along an outer surface of the shell that is configured to contact a wall of the ear canal. the compressible region may be deformable due to a cavity that is located within the shell in the compressible region and that is configured to deform and/or compress when the ear canal deforms while the ite component is inserted within the ear canal of the user.
