公开(公告)号：US20160007128A1

公开(公告)日：2016-01-07

申请号：US14379117

申请日：2012-02-29

Applicant: Hans-Ueli Roeck ,  Philipp Schneider ,  Reto Kurmann ,  Lakshmi Mishra ,  Guillermo A. Calle ,  Christian Brunner

Inventor： Hans-Ueli Roeck ,  Philipp Schneider ,  Reto Kurmann ,  Lakshmi Mishra ,  Guillermo A. Calle ,  Christian Brunner

IPC: H04R25/00

CPC classification number: H04R25/70 ,  H04R25/552 ,  H04R25/554 ,  H04R25/558 ,  H04R2225/55 ,  H04R2225/67

Abstract: The present invention is related to a fitting system for a bimodal hearing system, a method for fitting such a hearing system and a corresponding bimodal hearing system. The fitting system is operationally connectable to a hearing instrument (HI) and to an implantable device (CI) and comprises a first fitting software module (FSWHI) for fitting the hearing instrument (HI). Thereby the fitting system further comprises a second fitting software module (FSWCI) for fitting the implantable device (CI) by considering data of the hearing instrument (HI) received from the first fitting software module (FSWHI) via a data interface (DI) and/or vice versa.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种用于双模式听觉系统的装配系统，一种用于装配这种听觉系统的方法和相应的双模听觉系统。 配件系统可操作地连接到听力仪器（HI）和可植入装置（CI），并且包括用于安装听力仪器（HI）的第一配件软件模块（FSWHI）。 因此，装配系统还包括通过考虑从第一装配软件模块（FSWHI）经由数据接口（DI）接收的听力仪器（HI）的数据来装配可植入装置（CI）的第二装配软件模块（FSWCI），以及 /或相反亦然。

公开(公告)号：US20140341382A1

公开(公告)日：2014-11-20

申请号：US14370559

申请日：2012-01-16

Applicant: Bernd Waldmann ,  Hans-Ueli Roeck ,  Michael Boretzki ,  Stefan Launer ,  Rainer Platz

Inventor： Bernd Waldmann ,  Hans-Ueli Roeck ,  Michael Boretzki ,  Stefan Launer ,  Rainer Platz

IPC: H04R25/00 ,  H04L12/26

CPC classification number: H04R25/30 ,  H04L43/0876 ,  H04R25/558 ,  H04R25/70 ,  H04R2225/39 ,  H04R2225/55

Abstract: Monitoring usage of a hearing device includes: c) checking whether a message has been received within a time period (dt) shorter than a pre-defined time period (Dt) via a long-distance communication network in a remote device; and d) generating usage status data dependent on the result of the checking addressed in step c). The usage status data are indicative of the usage of the hearing device, indicating “use” if the time period (dt) is smaller than or equal to the pre-defined time period (Dt) and indicating “non-use” if the time period (dt) is larger than the pre-defined time period (Dt). The message includes identification data for identifying the hearing device or a user of said hearing device. The remote device is located remote from the hearing device and connected to the long-distance communication network. The time period (dt) starts from a start event.

Abstract translation: 监听听力设备的使用包括：c）通过远程设备中的长途通信网络检查在比预定时间段（Dt）短的时间段（dt）内是否接收到消息; 以及d）根据步骤c）中所述的检查结果生成使用状态数据。 使用状态数据表示听力装置的使用，如果时间段（dt）小于或等于预定义时间段（Dt）并指示“不使用”，则表示“使用”，如果时间 周期（dt）大于预定时间段（Dt）。 该消息包括用于识别听力设备或所述听力设备的用户的识别数据。 远程设备远离听力设备并连接到远程通信网络。 时间段（dt）从起始事件开始。

公开(公告)号：US20130243210A1

公开(公告)日：2013-09-19

申请号：US13821634

申请日：2010-10-22

Applicant: Hans-Ueli Roeck ,  Rainer Platz ,  Michael Boretzki ,  Stefan Launer ,  Nicola Schmitt

Inventor： Hans-Ueli Roeck ,  Rainer Platz ,  Michael Boretzki ,  Stefan Launer ,  Nicola Schmitt

IPC: H04R25/00

CPC classification number: H04R25/30 ,  H04R25/70 ,  H04R29/00 ,  H04R2225/55

Abstract: A method for testing a hearing device (1, 4) comprising at least one microphone unit (2) and a receiver unit (3) is disclosed. The method comprising the steps of positioning the hearing device (1) at a predefined position in relation to an accessory device (4) comprising a microphone (5) and a loudspeaker (6), generating a first sound signal (7) by the loudspeaker (6), recording the first sound signal (7) by the microphone unit (2), generating a second sound signal (8) by the receiver unit (3), the second sound signal (8) being at least partly dependent on the recorded first sound signal (7), recording the second sound signal (8) by the microphone (5), evaluating the recorded second sound signal (8), and at least triggering further action based on results of evaluating the recorded second sound signal (8) in case the results do not conform to predefined expectation. Furthermore, an arrangement for testing a hearing device (1, 4) is also disclosed.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于测试包括至少一个麦克风单元（2）和接收器单元（3）的听力设备（1,4）的方法。 该方法包括以下步骤：将听力设备（1）相对于包括麦克风（5）和扬声器（6）的附件设备（4）定位在预定位置，由扬声器产生第一声音信号（7） （6），由麦克风单元（2）记录第一声音信号（7），由接收器单元（3）产生第二声音信号（8），第二声音信号（8）至少部分地取决于 记录的第一声音信号（7），由麦克风（5）记录第二声音信号（8），评估所记录的第二声音信号（8），并且至少基于评估所记录的第二声音信号 8）如果结果不符合预定义的期望。 此外，还公开了一种用于测试听力装置（1,4）的装置。

公开(公告)号：US08249284B2

公开(公告)日：2012-08-21

申请号：US11459185

申请日：2006-07-21

Applicant: Silvia Allegro-Baumann ,  Stefan Launer ,  Hilmar Meier ,  Hans-Ueli Roeck ,  Herbert Bächler

Inventor： Silvia Allegro-Baumann ,  Stefan Launer ,  Hilmar Meier ,  Hans-Ueli Roeck ,  Herbert Bächler

IPC: H04R5/02 ,  H04R25/00

CPC classification number: H04S3/008 ,  H04R25/407

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for operating a hearing system comprising an input unit, an output unit and a transmission unit operationally interconnecting said input output units. Said transmission unit implements a transfer function describing, how audio signals generated by said input unit are processed in order to derive audio signals fed to said output unit, and can be adjusted by one or more transfer function parameters. Said method comprises obtaining, by means of said input unit and with a first directional characteristic, first audio signals from incoming acoustic sound; deriving from said first audio signals a first set of sound-characterizing data; and deriving, in dependence of first directional information, which is data comprising information on said first directional characteristic, and of said first set of sound-characterizing data, a value for each of said one or more transfer function parameters. This allows to gain insight into the acoustic environment and allows for better automatic adjustments of said transfer function.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种用于操作听力系统的方法，包括输入单元，输出单元和可操作地互连所述输入输出单元的传输单元。 所述发送单元实现传递函数，描述如何处理由所述输入单元生成的音频信号以便导出馈送到所述输出单元的音频信号，并且可以通过一个或多个传递函数参数进行调整。 所述方法包括通过所述输入单元和第一方向特征获得来自输入声音的第一音频信号; 从所述第一音频信号导出第一组声音特征数据; 并且根据第一方向信息，导出包括关于所述第一方向特性的信息的数据和所述第一组声音特征数据的所述一个或多个传递函数参数中的每一个的值。 这允许了解声学环境，并允许更好地自动调整所述传递函数。

公开(公告)号：US08005232B2

公开(公告)日：2011-08-23

申请号：US11556712

申请日：2006-11-06

Applicant: Hans-Ueli Roeck ,  Ivo Hasler

Inventor： Hans-Ueli Roeck ,  Ivo Hasler

IPC: H04R29/00 ,  H04R25/00 ,  G06F11/00 ,  H04B17/00

CPC classification number: H04R25/70

Abstract: The hearing system comprises at least one request-receiving unit for receiving requests for assistance from a user of said hearing system and an assistance unit operationally connected to said request-receiving unit adapted to carrying out an assistance function providing assistance for said user. Preferably, said assistance unit is adapted to carrying out an analysis of a current status of at least one device of said hearing system. Preferably, said assistance unit is furthermore adapted to attempting to correct said current status if a faulty or inappropriate current status has been detected. Preferably, the hearing system comprises a communication interface, wherein said assistance unit is adapted to attempting to establish a communication link to a remote assistance provider using said communication interface. The method for assisting a user of a hearing system, comprises the steps of a) receiving a request for assistance from said user by means of a request-receiving unit of said hearing system; and b) automatically carrying out an assistance function upon step a).

Abstract translation: 听力系统包括至少一个请求接收单元，用于接收来自所述听力系统的用户的帮助请求;以及辅助单元，可操作地连接到所述请求接收单元，该辅助单元适于执行向所述用户提供帮助的辅助功能。 优选地，所述辅助单元适于对所述听力系统的至少一个装置的当前状态进行分析。 优选地，所述辅助单元还适于在检测到故障或不适当的当前状态时尝试校正所述当前状态。 优选地，听力系统包括通信接口，其中所述辅助单元适于尝试使用所述通信接口建立到远程援助提供者的通信链路。 用于辅助听力系统的用户的方法包括以下步骤：a）通过所述听力系统的请求接收单元从所述用户接收请求; 和b）在步骤a）自动执行辅助功能。

公开(公告)号：US20100002887A1

公开(公告)日：2010-01-07

申请号：US12373151

申请日：2007-07-05

Applicant: Hans-Ueli Roeck ,  Manuela Feilner

Inventor： Hans-Ueli Roeck ,  Manuela Feilner

IPC: H04R5/00

CPC classification number: H04R25/552

Abstract: A hearing system and a method for operating a binaural hearing system include at least two hearing devices to be at least partly inserted into or to be worn behind the left and right ear of a user. Each hearing device includes at least one microphone to generate an electrical signal corresponding to an acoustic signal. The method includes determining contra-lateral information based on an acoustic signal recorded by a microphone of the contra-lateral hearing device, and determining ipsi-lateral information based on an acoustic signal recorded by a microphone of the ipsi-lateral hearing device. The method includes providing a coordination level, the coordination level being indicative of a degree of synchronization of the two hearing devices, and adjusting processes in the ipsi-lateral hearing device in accordance with the coordination level. The coordination level can be determined from the contra-lateral information and/or from the ipsi-lateral information, or be obtained from an external device.

Abstract translation: 用于操作双耳听力系统的听觉系统和方法包括至少部分地插入到使用者的左耳和右耳后面或被佩戴的至少两个听力装置。 每个听力装置包括至少一个麦克风以产生对应于声信号的电信号。 该方法包括基于由对侧听力设备的麦克风记录的声学信号确定对侧信息，以及基于由ipsi-side听力设备的麦克风记录的声学信号来确定ipsi-lateral信息。 该方法包括提供协调级别，协调级别指示两个听力设备的同步程度，以及根据协调级别调整边缘听力设备中的进程。 协调级别可以从对侧信息和/或从侧向信息确定，或从外部设备获得。

公开(公告)号：US07372971B2

公开(公告)日：2008-05-13

申请号：US10755214

申请日：2004-01-12

Applicant: Hans-Ueli Roeck

Inventor： Hans-Ueli Roeck

IPC: H04R25/00

CPC classification number: H04R25/60 ,  F17C11/005 ,  H01M8/04089 ,  H01M8/04186 ,  H01M8/04194 ,  H01M8/04208 ,  H01M2250/30 ,  H04R25/602 ,  H04R2225/31 ,  Y02B90/18

Abstract: A hearing device is provided that includes at least a signal processing unit and at least a fuel cell to supply the signal processing unit with energy. The fuel tank of the fuel cell includes a membrane or an area with micro openings to let the fluid or gas to be used by the fuel cell pass into the fuel tank and to block other fluids from entering the fuel tank.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种听力装置，其包括至少一个信号处理单元和至少一个燃料电池，以向信号处理单元提供能量。 燃料电池的燃料箱包括膜或具有微孔的区域，以使燃料电池使用的流体或气体进入燃料箱并阻止其他流体进入燃料箱。

公开(公告)号：US20080107296A1

公开(公告)日：2008-05-08

申请号：US12014982

申请日：2008-01-16

Applicant: Herbert Bachler ,  Volker Kuhnel ,  Silvia Allegro ,  Stefan Menzl ,  Hilmar Meier ,  Michael Boretzki ,  Stefan Launer ,  Ivo Hasler ,  Hans-Ueli Roeck ,  Christoph Widmer

Inventor： Herbert Bachler ,  Volker Kuhnel ,  Silvia Allegro ,  Stefan Menzl ,  Hilmar Meier ,  Michael Boretzki ,  Stefan Launer ,  Ivo Hasler ,  Hans-Ueli Roeck ,  Christoph Widmer

IPC: H04R25/00

CPC classification number: H04R25/70 ,  H04R25/505 ,  H04R2225/39

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for recording information in a hearing device and/or in a recording unit at least temporally operationally connected to the hearing device. The method consists in that a point in time of the recording and/or a recording frequency as well as the information to be recorded, as data and/or parameters and/or adjustments of the hearing device are adjusted freely or are programmable, respectively. Furthermore, a hearing device is described that is suitable to use the method. By the present invention, a multitude of the parameters being adjustable in a hearing device can be checked or surveyed all together or selectively in real, i.e. actually existing acoustic environments in order to optimally adjust or adapt the hearing device afterwards, that means after the analysis by the fitter, for example.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种用于在听觉设备和/或记录单元中至少在时间上操作地连接到听力设备的情况下记录信息的方法。 该方法的特征在于，作为数据和/或听力设备的参数和/或调整，记录和/或记录频率的时间点以及要记录的信息分别被自由调节或可编程。 此外，描述了适合使用该方法的听力装置。 通过本发明，可以在听力设备中可调整的多个参数可以一起检查或全部选择性地实际检测，即实际存在的声学环境，以便以后最佳地调整或调整听力设备，这意味着在分析之后 例如，通过钳工。

公开(公告)号：US20080089523A1

公开(公告)日：2008-04-17

申请号：US11876257

申请日：2007-10-22

Applicant: Hans-Ueli Roeck

Inventor： Hans-Ueli Roeck

IPC: H04R25/00

CPC classification number: H04R25/552 ,  H04R25/407 ,  H04S2420/01

Abstract: A binaural hearing device system comprises a reception device (1) for one ear with at least two input acoustical/electrical converters (3a, 3b). Via a communication link (5) a signal (A1) which depends on both input converter's output signals is transmitted to a second device (7) for the other ear which comprises at least an output electrical/mechanical converter.

Abstract translation: 一种双耳式听觉装置系统包括一个具有至少两个输入声/电转换器（3a，3b）的一个耳朵的接收装置（1）。 通过通信链路（5）依赖于两个输入转换器的输出信号的信号（A 1 SUB）被发送到另一个耳朵的第二设备（7），该第二设备包括至少一个输出电/机械 转换器。

公开(公告)号：US07319770B2

公开(公告)日：2008-01-15

申请号：US10836683

申请日：2004-04-30

Applicant: Hans-Ueli Roeck ,  Manuela Feilner

Inventor： Hans-Ueli Roeck ,  Manuela Feilner

IPC: H04R25/00

CPC classification number: H04R25/453 ,  H04R25/505 ,  H04R2225/43

Abstract: A method of processing an acoustic input signal into an output signal in a hearing instrument includes converting the acoustic input signal into a converted input signal, and applying a gain to the converted input signal to obtain the output signal. According to the invention, the gain is calculated using a room impulse attenuation value being a measure of a maximum negative slope of the a converted input signal power on a logarithmic scale. The calculation of the gain may include evaluating a signal power development value being a measure of the actual converted input signal power attenuation or signal power increase, evaluating a signal-to-reverberation-noise ratio from the signal power development value and the room impulse attenuation value, and calculating, based on a gain rule, said gain from said signal-to-reverberation-noise ratio.

Abstract translation: 将声输入信号处理成听力仪器中的输出信号的方法包括将声输入信号转换为转换的输入信号，以及向转换的输入信号施加增益以获得输出信号。 根据本发明，使用房间冲击衰减值来计算增益，所述房间冲击衰减值是对数刻度上转换的输入信号功率的最大负斜率的量度。 增益的计算可以包括评估作为实际转换的输入信号功率衰减或信号功率增加的量度的信号功率发展值，从信号功率发展值和室内脉冲衰减评估信号与混响噪声比 值，并且基于增益规则计算从所述信号与混响噪声比的所述增益。