Open ear canal hearing aid with adjustable non-occluding securing mechanism
US8457337B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 21, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jun 4, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 6, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04R2460/17
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The invention provides systems and methods for providing hearing aid. An open ear canal hearing aid may be provided in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. The hearing aid may include a part that contains electronic components, a passive amplifier, and a securing mechanism. The securing mechanism may include bristles or balloons. The securing mechanism may have various configurations and be adjustable. In some embodiments, the hearing aid may transmit sound via bone conduction and air conduction.
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