Patent Application for ALD Integrated into BTE CI Processor

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Cool idea from Advanced Bionics!

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Assistive listening technology integrated into a behind-the-ear sound processor

USPTO Application #: 20070282394

Title: Assistive listening technology integrated into a behind-the-ear sound processor

Abstract: Various assistive listening devices are coupled to a receiver integrated into a BTE sound processor of a cochlear implant system, or other hearing prosthesis. The assistive listening devices and manner of integration with the BTE sound processor may include, e.g., (a) integration of an FM (frequency modulated) receiver into a remote battery pack; (b) integration of an FM or infrared (IR) or other system into a custom all-in-the-ear hearing instrument shell with an electrical connection through an existing auxiliary connector in the earhook of a BTE sound processor; or (c) integration of an FM system into the BTE sound processor via an interposer module. (end of abstract)


Assistive listening technology integrated into a behind-the-ear sound processor invention


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(This is a absolute proof that Cochlear Implant is not a ALD (Assistive Listening Device) period!)

To understand what ALD is;
RIT - NTID - Tipsheet: Assistive Listening Devices
assistivetech.net AT Report - Assistive Listening Devices
Hearing Aids & Assistive Listening Devices

NOTE: Cochlear Implant and Auditory Brainstem Implant are auditory prosthesis - NOT A HEARING AID
 
I wasn't aware that it was a debate that CI was not an ALD or a HA. :dunno:

I've always thought that CI were related to prosthesis or implant.
 
Boult, I can see where you are coming from but unfortunately the general public who dont have much knowledge with deaf-related issues, will most likely see the CI as an assistive listening device. If u want that misinformation corrected, then share that with the media or public groups who are using that term to describe CIs.

Just like with the misconception of ASL as a broken-down version of English.
 
That patent will never hold up in court - it fails the obviousness test. Basic IP law. That said, it'll be nice when ALDs *are* integrated into CIs ... I love my iConnect, but it eats batteries like they're candy.
 
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