公开(公告)号：US20220190188A1

公开(公告)日：2022-06-16

申请号：US17544727

申请日：2021-12-07

Applicant: Starkey Laboratories, Inc.

Inventor： Kyle Olson ,  Sidney A. Higgins ,  Michael Karl Sacha ,  Andy S. Lin

IPC: H01L31/173 ,  A61B5/1455 ,  A61B5/026

Abstract: An electro-optical physiologic sensor comprises a printed circuit board (PCB) and a light emitter and a photodetector respectively mounted to the PCB. A first sensor element is disposed on the PCB and comprises a first electrode configured to contact tissue of a subject and a first light channel co-located with the first electrode, the first light channel optically coupled to the light emitter and configured to direct light into the subject's tissue. A second sensor element is disposed on the PCB and comprises a second electrode configured to contact the subject's tissue and a second light channel co-located with the second electrode, the second light channel optically coupled to the photodetector and configured to receive light from the tissue of the subject resulting from the light generated by the light emitter.

公开(公告)号：US11197107B2

公开(公告)日：2021-12-07

申请号：US16440561

申请日：2019-06-13

Applicant: Starkey Laboratories, Inc.

Inventor： Jeffrey Paul Solum ,  Greg Haubrich ,  Stephen Paul Flood ,  Justin R. Burwinkel ,  Michael Karl Sacha ,  Yezihalem Mesfin ,  Fred Mustiere ,  Jumana Harianwala ,  Donald James Reynolds ,  Swapan Gandhi

IPC: H04R25/00 ,  H04L29/06 ,  G06F21/60 ,  G06F21/72 ,  H04W4/80 ,  H04W4/06

Abstract: A hearing device adapted for use by a wearer comprises an audio streaming circuit configured to receive electromagnetic audio streaming via a first communication link. A configuration circuit is configured to receive configuration parameters via a second communication link different from the first communication link for configuring the hearing device to receive the electromagnetic audio streaming. Control circuitry of the hearing device configures the hearing device to enable reception of the electromagnetic audio streaming in accordance with the received configuration parameters.

公开(公告)号：US20190297436A1

公开(公告)日：2019-09-26

申请号：US16440561

申请日：2019-06-13

Applicant: Starkey Laboratories, Inc.

Inventor： Jeffrey Paul Solum ,  Greg Haubrich ,  Stephen Paul Flood ,  Justin R. Burwinkel ,  Michael Karl Sacha ,  Yezihalem Mesfin ,  Fred Mustiere ,  Jumana Harianwala ,  Donald James Reynolds ,  Swapan Gandhi

IPC: H04R25/00 ,  G06F21/60 ,  H04L29/06 ,  G06F21/72

Abstract: A hearing device adapted for use by a wearer comprises an audio streaming circuit configured to receive electromagnetic audio streaming via a first communication link. A configuration circuit is configured to receive configuration parameters via a second communication link different from the first communication link for configuring the hearing device to receive the electromagnetic audio streaming. Control circuitry of the hearing device configures the hearing device to enable reception of the electromagnetic audio streaming in accordance with the received configuration parameters.

公开(公告)号：US20190215624A1

公开(公告)日：2019-07-11

申请号：US16352371

申请日：2019-03-13

Applicant: Starkey Laboratories, Inc.

Inventor： Jeffrey Paul Solum ,  Greg Haubrich ,  Stephen Paul Flood ,  Justin R. Burwinkel ,  Michael Karl Sacha ,  Yezihalem Mesfin ,  Fred Mustiere ,  Jumana Harianwala ,  Donald James Reynolds ,  Swapan Gandhi

IPC: H04R25/00 ,  G06F21/72 ,  G06F21/60 ,  H04L29/06

CPC classification number: H04R25/554 ,  G06F21/602 ,  G06F21/72 ,  H04L63/06 ,  H04L63/18 ,  H04R25/505 ,  H04R2225/55

Abstract: A hearing device adapted for use by a wearer comprises an audio streaming circuit configured to receive electromagnetic audio streaming via a first communication link. A configuration circuit is configured to receive configuration parameters via a second communication link different from the first communication link for configuring the hearing device to receive the electromagnetic audio streaming. Control circuitry of the hearing device configures the hearing device to enable reception of the electromagnetic audio streaming in accordance with the received configuration parameters.

公开(公告)号：US10271149B2

公开(公告)日：2019-04-23

申请号：US15342877

申请日：2016-11-03

Applicant: Starkey Laboratories, Inc.

Inventor： Jeffrey Paul Solum ,  Greg Haubrich ,  Stephen Paul Flood ,  Justin R. Burwinkel ,  Michael Karl Sacha ,  Yezihalem Mesfin ,  Fred Mustiere ,  Jumana Harianwala ,  Donald James Reynolds ,  Swapan Gandhi

IPC: H04B7/00 ,  H04R25/00 ,  G06F21/60 ,  G06F21/72 ,  H04L29/06

Abstract: A hearing device adapted for use by a wearer comprises an audio streaming circuit configured to receive electromagnetic audio streaming via a first communication link. A configuration circuit is configured to receive configuration parameters via a second communication link different from the first communication link for configuring the hearing device to receive the electromagnetic audio streaming. Control circuitry of the hearing device configures the hearing device to enable reception of the electromagnetic audio streaming in accordance with the received configuration parameters.

公开(公告)号：US09439006B2

公开(公告)日：2016-09-06

申请号：US14543173

申请日：2014-11-17

Applicant: Starkey Laboratories, Inc.

Inventor： Michael Karl Sacha ,  Wei Li Lin ,  Jay Ashwin Shah

IPC: H04R25/00 ,  H04B1/3827

CPC classification number: H04R25/558 ,  H04B1/385 ,  H04R25/505 ,  H04R25/552 ,  H04R25/554 ,  H04R2225/55

Abstract: The present subject matter provides systems and methods for remotely controlling a hearing assistance device, including using a personal wireless device such as a cellular telephone. One embodiment includes a communication system for controlling a hearing assistance device. The system includes a personal wireless device including a short range radio transmitter. The short range radio transmitter is programmed to transmit instructions to the hearing assistance device by conversion of inputs to the personal wireless device into control signals for the hearing assistance device using on/off keying of the short range radio transmitter.

Abstract translation: 本主题提供用于远程控制听力辅助设备的系统和方法，包括使用诸如蜂窝电话的个人无线设备。 一个实施例包括用于控制助听装置的通信系统。 该系统包括一个包括短距离无线电发射机的个人无线设备。 短距离无线电发射机被编程为通过使用短距离无线电发射机的开关键控转换到个人无线设备的输入到助听设备的控制信号来向辅助设备发送指令。

公开(公告)号：US09215534B2

公开(公告)日：2015-12-15

申请号：US13647268

申请日：2012-10-08

Applicant: Starkey Laboratories, Inc.

Inventor： Michael Karl Sacha

IPC: H04R25/00

CPC classification number: H04R25/50 ,  H04R25/305 ,  H04R25/43 ,  H04R25/554 ,  H04R25/558 ,  H04R2225/31 ,  H04R2225/51 ,  H04R2460/03 ,  H04R2460/17

Abstract: An apparatus is provided that includes an input system, an output system, and a sensor for sensing magnetic fields. In one example, a signal processing circuit electrically connects the input system to the output system, and a magnetic sensor adapted to inhibit the acoustic input and function as a magnetic input in the presence of a magnetic field. In one example, the magnetic sensor includes a giant magneto resistive (GMR) sensor. In another example, the magnetic sensor includes an anisotropic magneto resistive (AMR) sensor. The magnetic field can be generated by, among other things, a magnet in a telephone handset. The hearing aid further is programmed based on time-varying characteristics of the magnetic field. Wireless activation or deactivation of the hearing aid is also described. Other examples and options are provided herein.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种装置，其包括输入系统，输出系统和用于感测磁场的传感器。 在一个示例中，信号处理电路将输入系统电连接到输出系统，以及适于在存在磁场的情况下抑制声输入并用作磁输入的磁传感器。 在一个示例中，磁传感器包括巨磁电阻（GMR）传感器。 在另一示例中，磁传感器包括各向异性磁阻（AMR）传感器。 磁场可以通过电话手机中的磁铁产生。 助听器还根据磁场的时变特性进行编程。 还描述了助听器的无线激活或停用。 本文提供了其他示例和选项。

公开(公告)号：US09161139B2

公开(公告)日：2015-10-13

申请号：US14022566

申请日：2013-09-10

Applicant: Starkey Laboratories, Inc.

Inventor： Michael Karl Sacha ,  Yezihalem Mesfin ,  Jay Rabel

IPC: H04R25/00 ,  H04M1/60

CPC classification number: H04R25/554 ,  H04M1/6066 ,  H04R25/43 ,  H04R2225/55

Abstract: The present subject matter relates generally to methods and apparatus for detecting cellular telephones using hearing assistance devices. In an embodiment, a hearing assistance device includes a processor and a radio frequency transceiver connected to the processor. A detection circuit is connected to the processor, the detection circuit including a band pass filter and where the detection circuit is adapted to monitor a radio frequency signal to detect a cellular telephone in proximity to the hearing assistance device based on the monitored signal. The hearing assistance device includes an acoustic input, a magnetic input, and a switch for selecting between the acoustic input and the magnetic input. The processor is adapted to actuate the switch from the acoustic input to the magnetic input when a cellular telephone is detected in proximity to the hearing assistance device.

Abstract translation: 本主题一般涉及使用助听装置检测蜂窝电话的方法和装置。 在一个实施例中，助听器装置包括处理器和连接到处理器的射频收发器。 检测电路连接到处理器，检测电路包括带通滤波器，其中检测电路适于监测射频信号，以便基于所监视的信号来检测靠近助听装置的蜂窝电话。 助听装置包括声输入，磁输入和用于在声输入和磁输入之间进行选择的开关。 当在听力辅助装置附近检测到蜂窝电话时，处理器适于致动从声输入到磁输入的开关。

公开(公告)号：US08923543B2

公开(公告)日：2014-12-30

申请号：US13720793

申请日：2012-12-19

Applicant: Starkey Laboratories, Inc.

Inventor： Michael Karl Sacha ,  David Tourtelotte

IPC: H04R25/00

CPC classification number: H04R25/60 ,  H04R25/305 ,  H04R25/405 ,  H04R25/456 ,  H04R25/552 ,  H04R25/554 ,  H04R25/652 ,  H04R25/658 ,  H04R25/70 ,  H04R2225/31 ,  H04R2225/61 ,  H04R2460/03 ,  H04R2460/11

Abstract: Techniques are disclosed for actuating a valve of a hearing assistance device. In one example, a hearing assistance device comprises a device housing defining a vent structure, a vent valve positioned within the vent, the vent valve having first and second states. The vent valve comprises a magnet, a disk configured to move about an axis, and a magnetic catch. The hearing assistance device further comprises an actuator, and a processor configured to provide at least one signal to the actuator to cause the disk to move to controllably adjust the vent structure.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于致动助听装置的阀的技术。 在一个示例中，助听装置包括限定排气结构的装置壳体，定位在排气口内的排气阀，排气阀具有第一和第二状态。 排气阀包括磁体，被配置为围绕轴线移动的盘和磁性捕获件。 助听装置还包括致动器和被配置为向致动器提供至少一个信号以使盘移动以可控地调节排气结构的处理器。

公开(公告)号：US12015899B2

公开(公告)日：2024-06-18

申请号：US17811759

申请日：2022-07-11

Applicant: Starkey Laboratories, Inc.

Inventor： Peter Flanagan ,  Kyle Olson ,  Michael Karl Sacha ,  Andy S. Lin ,  Fa Wang

IPC: H04R25/00 ,  A61B5/00 ,  A61B5/024 ,  G01J1/42 ,  G01J3/28

CPC classification number: H04R25/505 ,  A61B5/02416 ,  A61B5/6817 ,  G01J1/4204 ,  G01J1/429 ,  G01J3/28 ,  G01J2001/4266 ,  H04R2225/41

Abstract: A system may have a rechargeable hearing instrument with a power source, an ultraviolet (UV) sensor configured to convert received UV light into electrical power and charging circuitry coupled to the UV sensor and to the power source. The charging circuitry may use the electrical power to charge the power source. A charger may have a charging cavity configured to receive the rechargeable hearing instrument. A power source within the charger powers a UV light source located within the charger configured to provide UV light to the UV sensor of the rechargeable hearing instrument when the rechargeable hearing instrument is placed within the charging cavity.