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Hearing protection device with integrated audiometric testing

US9554733B2 · kind B2 · utility

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17References

1Claims

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Assignee

Honeywell Hearing Technologies AS · NO

Inventors

Viggo Henriksen · Trondheim, NO
Trym Holter · Sydney, AU
Olav Kvaløy · Trondheim, NO
Asle Melvaer · Sandvika, NO
Georg E. Ottesen · Trondheim, NO
Odd Kristen Østern Pettersen · Trondheim, NO
Jarle Svean · Trondheim, NO
Svein Sørsdal · Trondheim, NO

Key dates

Filing date	Jul 27, 2011
Grant date	Jan 31, 2017
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Aug 14, 2034

Classification

Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
CPC primaryH04R1/1091
WIPO fieldMedical technology
WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A hearing protection device is disclosed which incorporates integrated audiometric testing, thereby allowing for testing without removal of safety hearing protection. The hearing protection is typically intended to be worn for the duration of a work shift, and allows for self-testing during the shift. Embodiments of the device may utilize a series of partial test sessions, so that each test session is kept brief so as to not interfere unduly with the work schedule. This may encourage frequent testing, hopefully aiding in early detection of potential hearing loss. Additionally, methods of use are disclosed.

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