Cochlear‘s patent describes a binaural hearing prosthesis system featuring a dual-mode sound processing unit. This unit can operate in either sound processing mode for ear stimulation or wireless streaming mode for transmitting signals between devices, enhancing user experience through adaptable functionality. GlobalData’s report on Cochlear gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Cochlear, Neuromodulation implants was a key innovation area identified from patents. Cochlear's grant share as of June 2024 was 47%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Binaural hearing prosthesis with dual-mode sound processing
The granted patent US12042654B2 describes a wearable device designed to provide different types of output signals based on whether the device is being worn by a user. The device includes one or more input devices and processors that convert input signals into two distinct types of output signals. When worn, the device generates a first type of output signal intended for stimulating a specific anatomical portion of the user, while when not worn, it produces a second type of output signal for stimulating a different anatomical portion. The first type of output signals can be transmitted via a closely-coupled communication link to an implantable component, whereas the second type can be sent through a non-closely coupled wireless link, potentially to another wearable device or an implantable component.
Additionally, the patent outlines various configurations and functionalities of the device. It specifies that the first and second anatomical portions can be different ears of the user, allowing for targeted stimulation. The device is equipped with an accelerometer to detect specific triggering conditions, such as orientation or motion, which can influence the type of output signals generated. Furthermore, the device can include a coil for inductive coupling with an implantable component, with the ability to detect loss of coupling as a triggering condition. The patent also details a method for operating the device, which involves receiving input signals, determining the device's status (worn or not), and converting the signals accordingly to stimulate the appropriate anatomical portions.
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