Starkey Laboratories, Inc. (20240292160). HEARING INSTRUMENT PROCESSING MODE SELECTION simplified abstract
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HEARING INSTRUMENT PROCESSING MODE SELECTION
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Inventor(s)
Justin Burwinkel of Eden Prairie MN (US)
Kenneth Jensen of Brunswick MD (US)
HEARING INSTRUMENT PROCESSING MODE SELECTION - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240292160 titled 'HEARING INSTRUMENT PROCESSING MODE SELECTION
The patent application describes a system of hearing instruments that can be worn on or around a user's ear. The system is able to determine the user's preference between two processing modes, generate output audio signals based on these modes, and output sound through the hearing instruments accordingly.
- The system can identify the user's preferred processing mode and apply it to generate an output audio signal.
- It allows the user to select a specific output audio signal from the generated signals.
- Based on the user's selection, the system applies the corresponding processing mode to generate a final output audio signal.
- The hearing instruments then output sound based on this final signal.
Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in hearing aids to provide users with customizable audio processing options. - It can also be applied in audio devices for individuals with hearing impairments.
Problems Solved: - Provides users with the ability to choose between different processing modes for optimal sound output. - Offers a personalized audio experience based on user preferences.
Benefits: - Enhanced user experience with customizable audio processing options. - Improved sound quality and clarity for individuals with hearing difficulties.
Commercial Applications: Title: Customizable Audio Processing System for Hearing Instruments This technology can be marketed to hearing aid manufacturers and audio device companies looking to offer personalized solutions for users with hearing impairments. The ability to customize audio processing modes can be a key selling point for these products.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the system determine the user's preferred processing mode? 2. What are the potential implications of this technology for the hearing aid industry?
Original Abstract Submitted
a system including one or more hearing instruments configured to be worn in, on, or about an ear of a user. the system is configured to: determine that the user may prefer either of a first or a second processing mode; apply the first processing mode and the second processing mode to generate a first output audio signal and a second output audio signal; cause one or more hearing instruments to output sound based on the first output audio signal or the second output audio signal; receive an indication of user input that identifies a selected output audio signal from among the first output audio signal and the second output audio signal; and apply a selected processing mode corresponding to the selected output audio signal to generate a third output audio signal; and cause the one or more hearing instruments to output sound based on the third output audio signal.
