公开(公告)号：US20060144125A1

公开(公告)日：2006-07-06

申请号：US11372848

申请日：2006-03-10

Applicant: Michael Head ,  John Cronin ,  Mark Burrows ,  Cynthia Timblin

Inventor： Michael Head ,  John Cronin ,  Mark Burrows ,  Cynthia Timblin

IPC: G01N7/00

CPC classification number: G01N33/0034 ,  G01N33/146 ,  G01N33/46

Abstract: An apparatus and method for automatedly detecting the presence of one or more chemical contaminants, such as 2,4,6-trichloroanisole, in/on a plurality of cork wine bottle stoppers in rapid succession using electronic nose chips. The apparatus moves the nose chips and the cork stoppers independently to align the cork stopper and a corresponding electronic nose chip with one another for testing. The automated apparatus and method provides a low-cost, reliable process for testing 100% of cork wine bottle stoppers in a fast and cost-effective manner.

Abstract translation: 一种用于使用电子鼻片快速连续地在多个软木酒瓶塞中/中自动检测一种或多种化学污染物（例如2,4,6-三氯苯甲醚）的存在的装置和方法。 该装置独立地移动鼻片和软木塞以使软木塞和相应的电子鼻芯彼此对准以进行测试。 自动化设备和方法提供了一种低成本，可靠的方法，以快速和经济有效的方式测试100％软木酒瓶塞。

公开(公告)号：US20050148908A1

公开(公告)日：2005-07-07

申请号：US10746953

申请日：2003-12-24

Applicant: Gregory Skover ,  Raymond Hull ,  Mark Burrows ,  John Cronin ,  Tushar Narsana

Inventor： Gregory Skover ,  Raymond Hull ,  Mark Burrows ,  John Cronin ,  Tushar Narsana

IPC: A45D34/04 ,  A61B5/00 ,  A61B17/00 ,  A61B17/54 ,  A61H1/00 ,  A61H7/00 ,  A61H15/02 ,  A61H23/02 ,  A61K8/41 ,  A61K8/64 ,  A61K8/67 ,  A61K8/97 ,  A61K31/07 ,  A61Q19/00 ,  A61Q19/02

CPC classification number: A61B17/54 ,  A45D34/04 ,  A45D2200/207 ,  A61B2017/00747 ,  A61B2017/00761 ,  A61H7/004 ,  A61H7/005 ,  A61H15/02 ,  A61H2201/105 ,  A61K8/41 ,  A61K8/64 ,  A61K8/671 ,  A61K8/97 ,  A61K31/07 ,  A61Q19/00 ,  A61Q19/02 ,  A61Q19/08

Abstract: The invention features an apparatus for delivering mechanical energy to skin, wherein the apparatus includes: (a) a user output assembly, the user output assembly including: (i) a skin-contactable element having a skin contactable surface; (ii) a motor; and (iii) a transfer member for transferring energy from the motor to the skin-contactable element a transfer member for transferring energy from the motor to the skin-contactable element; (b) a receiving element adapted to receive user-attribute data that is provided to the apparatus by a user; and (c) a controller coupled to the receiving element and the user output assembly, wherein the controller provides action instructions to the user output assembly based upon the user-attribute data received by the receiving element.

Abstract translation: 本发明的特征在于一种用于向皮肤递送机械能的装置，其中所述装置包括：（a）用户输出组件，所述用户输出组件包括：（i）具有皮肤可接触表面的皮肤接触元件; （ii）电机; 和（iii）用于将能量从电动机传递到皮肤接触元件的转移构件，用于将能量从电动机传递到皮肤接触元件的转移构件; （b）适于接收由用户提供给所述装置的用户属性数据的接收元件; 和（c）耦合到所述接收元件和所述用户输出组件的控制器，其中所述控制器基于由所述接收元件接收的所述用户属性数据向所述用户输出组件提供动作指令。

公开(公告)号：US20080240452A1

公开(公告)日：2008-10-02

申请号：US11570478

申请日：2005-06-10

Applicant: Mark Burrows ,  John Cronin ,  Tushar Narsana ,  Steven Shaya ,  John Singarayar

Inventor： Mark Burrows ,  John Cronin ,  Tushar Narsana ,  Steven Shaya ,  John Singarayar

IPC: H04R29/00

CPC classification number: H04R25/30 ,  H04R25/505 ,  H04R25/654 ,  H04R2460/17

Abstract: The present invention is an apparatus for and method of remotely, automatically, and routinely conducting diagnostic testing on a programmable hearing aid to ensure that it is functioning as intended when optimized for an individual's needs and preferences. Because hearing aids deteriorate with time and buildup of earwax, individuals can be uncertain whether their hearing is worsening or the hearing aid is malfunctioning. The net effect is diminished hearing aid performance—and thus diminished quality of life. The present invention tests the hearing aid for proper function as frequently as daily.

Abstract translation: 本发明是一种用于远程，自动和常规地对可编程助听器进行诊断测试的装置和方法，以确保当根据个人的需要和偏好进行优化时，其按预期运行。 因为助听器随着时间的推移和耳垢的积累而恶化，所以个人可能不确定听力是否恶化或助听器是否发生故障。 助听器效能的净效应减弱，从而降低了生活质量。 本发明每天频繁地测试助听器的正常功能。

公开(公告)号：US20080107294A1

公开(公告)日：2008-05-08

申请号：US11570490

申请日：2005-06-14

Applicant: Mark Burrows ,  John Cronin ,  Tushar Narsana ,  John Anthony Singarayar

Inventor： Mark Burrows ,  John Cronin ,  Tushar Narsana ,  John Anthony Singarayar

IPC: H04R25/02 ,  H04R29/00

CPC classification number: H04R25/552 ,  H04R1/1041 ,  H04R5/033 ,  H04R25/70 ,  H04R2225/41 ,  H04R2225/55 ,  H04R2420/07

Abstract: A programmable hearing aid (100) combined with a headphone apparatus. The headphone apparatus may be directly interfaced with various types of electronic equipment so that the user is able to listen to music recordings, voice recordings, or other types of sound signals that are then corrected, via programming, for the user's particular hearing needs (104). A method of using the hearing aid combined with the headphones, including the associated programming system (102) for making corrections for the particular hearing needs are also provided.

Abstract translation: 与耳机装置组合的可编程助听器（100）。 耳机装置可以与各种类型的电子设备直接接口，使得用户能够通过节目针对用户的特定听力需要（104）来收听音乐录音，语音记录或其他类型的声音信号，然后通过编程进行校正 ）。 还提供了一种使用与耳机组合的助听器的方法，包括用于针对特定听力需求进行校正的相关节目系统（102）。

公开(公告)号：US20080041656A1

公开(公告)日：2008-02-21

申请号：US11570469

申请日：2005-06-14

Applicant: Mark Burrows ,  John Cronin ,  Tom Hunt ,  Steven Shaya ,  John Singarayar

Inventor： Mark Burrows ,  John Cronin ,  Tom Hunt ,  Steven Shaya ,  John Singarayar

IPC: H04R25/00

CPC classification number: H04R25/70 ,  H04R25/04 ,  H04R2225/39

Abstract: A low-cost, programmable, time-limited hearing aid (104) and a means (102) to program the hearing aid with user-specific hearing-loss data (101) for the purpose of emulating the performance of a more permanent, but more costly, hearing aid device. The hearing aid is operational for only a limited time, and is intended for temporary, evaluative purposes. By providing the user with a low-cost, but temporary, means to evaluate the benefits of assisted hearing, he or she becomes more comfortable with its use, and therefore is more amenable to the more involved process and greater expense of being fitted for a more permanent hearing health solution. A method of use of the hearing health aid and the associated programming system that allows a hearing-loss candidate to evaluate the effectiveness of the hearing aid device is also presented.

Abstract translation: 低成本，可编程，时间有限的助听器（104）和用于对助听器编程用于用户特定的听力损失数据（101）的装置（102），用于模拟更持久的演奏，但是 更昂贵的助听器装置。 助听器仅在有限的时间内运行，用于临时的评估目的。 通过为用户提供低成本但是临时的手段来评估辅助听力的好处，他或她将变得更加舒适的使用，因此更适应于更多的涉及的过程和更大的费用，适合于 更健康的听力健康解决方案。 还提出了使用听力健康帮助和相关的编程系统的方法，其允许听力损失候选者评估助听器装置的有效性。

公开(公告)号：US20080269636A1

公开(公告)日：2008-10-30

申请号：US11570463

申请日：2005-06-10

Applicant: Mark Burrows ,  John Cronin ,  Nancy Edwards ,  Tushar Narsana ,  Steven A. Shaya ,  John Anthony Singarayar

Inventor： Mark Burrows ,  John Cronin ,  Nancy Edwards ,  Tushar Narsana ,  Steven A. Shaya ,  John Anthony Singarayar

IPC: A61B5/00

CPC classification number: A61B5/121

Abstract: System and method for conducting a hearing test that is accessible to a mass market of individuals with potential hearing loss. The hearing test is stored on a centrally located computer (140) that is accessible via communications device (121). The system provides step-by-step guidance on the next steps to be taken if hearing loss is found, and provides a means to store and organize the user test data to create a means for reuse of the data.

Abstract translation: 进行听力测试的系统和方法，可以让潜在听力损失的个人的大众市场进入。 听力测试存储在可通过通信设备（121）访问的位于中心的计算机（140）上。 系统提供了关于如果发现听力损失时要采取的后续步骤的逐步指导，并提供了存储和组织用户测试数据以创建重新使用数据的手段的手段。

公开(公告)号：US20080253579A1

公开(公告)日：2008-10-16

申请号：US11570453

申请日：2005-06-10

Applicant: John Cronin ,  Tushar Narsana ,  Mark Burrows

Inventor： John Cronin ,  Tushar Narsana ,  Mark Burrows

IPC: H04R29/00

CPC classification number: H04R25/30 ,  H04R25/505 ,  H04R25/654 ,  H04R2460/17

Abstract: The present invention is an apparatus for and method of remotely, automatically, and routinely conducting diagnostic testing on a programmable hearing aid to ensure that it is functioning as intended when optimized for an individual's needs and preferences. Because hearing aids deteriorate with time and buildup of earwax, individuals can be uncertain whether their hearing is worsening or the hearing aid is malfunctioning. The net effect is diminished hearing aid performance and thus diminished quality of life. The present invention tests the hearing aid for proper function as frequently as daily. Additionally, the present invention includes elements (201, 202) that enable the apparatus to perform a cleaning process to effectively remove earwax and other undesirable debris from the hearing aid. The cleaning process can occur prior to the diagnostic testing or as a result of the diagnostic testing.

Abstract translation: 本发明是一种用于远程，自动和常规地对可编程助听器进行诊断测试的装置和方法，以确保当根据个人的需要和偏好进行优化时，其按预期运行。 因为助听器随着时间的推移和耳垢的积累而恶化，所以个人可能不确定听力是否恶化或助听器是否发生故障。 净效应减弱了助听器的性能，从而降低了生活质量。 本发明每天频繁地测试助听器的正常功能。 另外，本发明还包括元件（201,202），其使得该装置能够执行清洁过程以有效地从助听器中去除耳垢和其它不期望的碎屑。 清洁过程可以在诊断测试之前或作为诊断测试的结果发生。

公开(公告)号：US20080187145A1

公开(公告)日：2008-08-07

申请号：US11570459

申请日：2005-06-14

Applicant: Mark Burrows ,  John Cronin ,  Nancy Edwards ,  Steven D. Gabel ,  Tushar Narsana ,  Steven A. Shaya ,  John Anthony Singarayar

Inventor： Mark Burrows ,  John Cronin ,  Nancy Edwards ,  Steven D. Gabel ,  Tushar Narsana ,  Steven A. Shaya ,  John Anthony Singarayar

IPC: H04R29/00

CPC classification number: A61B5/121 ,  A61B5/0002 ,  H04R25/30 ,  H04R25/70

Abstract: Method and system (400) for becoming aware of some hearing loss and the need for a professional hearing test. Simple and professional hearing testing provide an understanding of the improvement in the quality of life that can be achieved through use of a hearing aid. Ordering and fitting of the hearing aid, and training on use of a hearing aid, are performed to further demonstrate and provide for improved quality of life. The system (400) includes a user (410), a hearing test unit (415), a test administrator computer (420), a pair of headphones (422), a keyboard (423), a monitor (426), a series of hearing test programs (446), a central hearing health system (440), a database, a device (433), and a set of individual results.

Abstract translation: 方法和系统（400）用于了解一些听力损失和需要专业听力测试。 简单和专业的听力测试提供了通过使用助听器可以实现的生活质量的改善的理解。 执行助听器的订购和安装以及使用助听器的培训，以进一步证明和提供改善的生活质量。 系统（400）包括用户（410），听力测试单元（415），测试管理员计算机（420），一对耳机（422），键盘（423），监视器（426） 听力测试程序（446），中央听力健康系统（440），数据库，设备（433）和一组单独的结果。

公开(公告)号：US20050148833A1

公开(公告)日：2005-07-07

申请号：US10746701

申请日：2003-12-24

Applicant: Gregory Skover ,  Raymond Hull ,  John Rytel ,  John Cronin ,  Tushar Narsana ,  Mark Burrows

Inventor： Gregory Skover ,  Raymond Hull ,  John Rytel ,  John Cronin ,  Tushar Narsana ,  Mark Burrows

IPC: A45D34/04 ,  A61B5/00 ,  A61B17/00 ,  A61B17/54 ,  A61H1/00 ,  A61H7/00 ,  A61H15/02 ,  A61H23/02 ,  A61K8/41 ,  A61K8/64 ,  A61K8/67 ,  A61K8/97 ,  A61K31/07 ,  A61Q19/00 ,  A61Q19/02

CPC classification number: A61B17/54 ,  A45D34/04 ,  A45D2200/207 ,  A61B2017/00747 ,  A61B2017/00761 ,  A61H7/004 ,  A61H7/005 ,  A61H15/02 ,  A61H2201/105 ,  A61K8/41 ,  A61K8/64 ,  A61K8/671 ,  A61K8/97 ,  A61K31/07 ,  A61Q19/00 ,  A61Q19/02 ,  A61Q19/08

Abstract: The invention features an apparatus for delivering mechanical energy to an expanse of skin, wherein the apparatus includes: (a) a user output assembly, the user output assembly including: (i) a skin-contactable element having a skin contactable surface; (ii) a motor; and (iii) a transfer member for transferring energy from the motor to the skin-contactable element a transfer member for transferring energy from the motor to the skin-contactable element; (b) a sensing element in communication with the skin-contactable surface, wherein the sensing element is capable of sensing a state of at least one property associated with the expanse of skin, wherein the at least one property is selected from the group consisting of a thermal property, a chemical property, an optical property, and combinations thereof; and (c) a controller coupled to the sensing element and to the user output assembly, wherein the controller provides action instructions to the user output assembly based upon one or more of the at least one property sensed by the sensing element.

Abstract translation: 本发明的特征在于一种用于将机械能递送到皮肤的装置，其中所述装置包括：（a）用户输出组件，所述用户输出组件包括：（i）具有皮肤可接触表面的皮肤接触元件; （ii）电机; 和（iii）用于将能量从电动机传递到皮肤接触元件的转移构件，用于将能量从电动机传递到皮肤接触元件的转移构件; （b）与皮肤可接触表面连通的感测元件，其中感测元件能够感测与皮肤膨胀相关联的至少一种性质的状态，其中该至少一种性质选自 热性质，化学性质，光学性质及其组合; 以及（c）耦合到所述感测元件和所述用户输出组件的控制器，其中所述控制器基于所述感测元件感测的所述至少一个特性中的一个或多个来向所述用户输出组件提供动作指令。

公开(公告)号：US20050090372A1

公开(公告)日：2005-04-28

申请号：US10876172

申请日：2004-06-24

Applicant: Mark Burrows ,  John Cronin ,  Tushar Narsana ,  John Singarayar

Inventor： Mark Burrows ,  John Cronin ,  Tushar Narsana ,  John Singarayar

IPC: A61B5/00 ,  A61B5/12 ,  A63B71/00

CPC classification number: A61B5/12 ,  A61B5/00 ,  G06F19/325

Abstract: A searchable database contains rehabilitation plans for individuals having the same medical condition. The rehabilitation plans are indexed by scores corresponding to physical dimensions and personal environment dimensions characteristics of the respective individuals having the same medical condition and also by scores representative of actual success results associated with prescribing the respective rehabilitation plans. The database can be queried to identify rehabilitation plans for a dimension whose assessment information matches individual assessment information for the same dimension of an individual requiring rehabilitation for the same medical condition. In addition, the actual success scores can be used to identify rehabilitation plans in the database likely to be successful when prescribed to an individual. The individual assessment information and the identified rehabilitation plan prescribed to the individual, and also feedback obtained from the individual to which an identified plan is prescribed and also success results for the prescribed plan, can be used to update the database.

Abstract translation: 可搜索的数据库包含具有相同医疗条件的个人的康复计划。 康复计划由相应于具有相同医疗状况的个体的身体尺寸和个人环境维度特征的分数进行索引，以及代表与规定相应康复计划相关的实际成功结果的分数。 可以查询数据库，以确定其评估信息与需要相同医疗状况康复的个体相同维度的个人评估信息的维度的康复计划。 此外，实际的成功分数可用于确定数据库中的恢复计划，这些计划在规定给个人时可能是成功的。 可以使用个人评估信息和为个人规定的确定的康复计划，以及从规定了确定的计划的个人获得的反馈以及规定的计划的成功结果，以更新数据库。