Air conduction hearing aid in-ear detection method

Abstract

The application relates to the field of hearing aids, in particular to an air conduction hearing aid ear insertion detection method, steps one, firstly, the hearing aid is correctly worn on the ear, the earplug of the hearing aid is inserted into the ear hole at the moment, sound waves are emitted into the ear hole, the feedback sound waves are received, the feedback sound wave intensity is recorded, meanwhile, the air pressure in the ear hole is detected, and the air pressure data is recorded as a comparison template; step two, the hearing aid is taken off, the hearing aid is placed in a pocket or other storage container, when the detected peripheral feedback sound wave intensity and air pressure data are greatly different from the comparison template, and the detected data do not match the comparison template within a period of time, the hearing aid is automatically turned off and stops working. The application emits sound waves in the ear hole, carries out feedback, detects the air pressure in the periphery according to the feedback sound wave intensity, detects whether the hearing aid is inserted into the ear and located at the correct position, reduces unnecessary fatigue damage of the hearing aid, and achieves the purpose of prolonging the service life of the hearing aid.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of hearing aids, specifically a method for detecting air conduction hearing aids entering the ear. Background Technology

[0002] A hearing aid is a small amplifier that amplifies sounds that are otherwise inaudible. Utilizing the residual hearing of the hearing-impaired person, the sound is transmitted to the auditory center of the brain, allowing them to perceive the sound. Hearing aids mainly consist of five parts: a microphone, amplifier, earpiece, power supply, and volume control. Hearing aids are classified by their conduction method into air conduction hearing aids and bone conduction hearing aids; and by their usage method into body-worn, eyeglass-style, hair clip-on, behind-the-ear, in-the-ear, in-the-canal, and fully-in-the-canal hearing aids.

[0003] Currently, hearing aids often use hardware devices such as distance sensors and light sensors for in-ear detection. However, when a hearing aid is placed in a pocket, the detection results are similar to those when it is being worn, causing the hearing aid to detect that it is still being worn and continue to work. This increases fatigue damage to the hearing aid and shortens its lifespan. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address the problems in the prior art, this invention provides a method for detecting air conduction hearing aids entering the ear.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by this invention to solve its technical problem is: a method for detecting air conduction hearing aid insertion into the ear, comprising the following steps: Step 1: First, correctly wear the hearing aid on your ear. The earplug of the hearing aid is inserted into the ear canal, emitting sound waves into the ear canal and receiving feedback sound waves. Record the intensity of the feedback sound waves and at the same time, detect the air pressure in the ear canal and record the air pressure data as a comparison template. Step 2: Remove the hearing aid and put it in your pocket or other storage container. When the detected ambient sound intensity and air pressure data differ too much from the comparison template, and the data does not match the comparison template within a certain period of time, it will automatically shut down and stop working. Step 3: Turn on the hearing aid, put it on your ear, and it will emit sound waves and detect the surrounding air pressure. When the detected data does not match the comparison template, it will issue a voice prompt to prompt the user to continue adjusting until the detected data matches the comparison template. Then it will prompt that the installation is complete, and then receive the surrounding sounds, amplify them and send them to the user to ensure that the user can hear the surrounding sounds.

[0006] Specifically, the comparison template generated in step one is a data range. When the detected data falls within this range, it will match the comparison template, indicating that the hearing aid installation is complete.

[0007] Specifically, the detection time period in step two can be set to three to five minutes. If the matching is not completed within this time period, a matching failure message will be displayed, and the device will be automatically shut down.

[0008] Specifically, when the hearing aid is being tested for in-ear sound, it stops receiving ambient sounds to prevent the received sounds from overshadowing the prompts and preventing the user from wearing the hearing aid.

[0009] Specifically, during the testing process, the hearing aid and the mobile phone are connected via Bluetooth, and the test data can be sent to the mobile phone in real time for the user to view, helping the user to quickly complete the installation of the hearing aid.

[0010] Specifically, when the earplug of the hearing aid becomes loose, it will automatically detect this and issue a voice prompt to the user to reinsert the earplug into the ear canal to avoid affecting the sound transmission effect.

[0011] Specifically, during the testing process, the indicator light on the hearing aid flashes continuously to remind the user that the hearing aid is in testing mode, making it convenient for staff to manually turn off the hearing aid when storing it.

[0012] The beneficial effects of this invention are as follows: This invention emits sound waves into the ear canal and provides feedback. Based on the intensity of the feedback sound waves, it simultaneously detects the surrounding air pressure to determine whether the hearing aid is inserted into the ear and in the correct position. This reduces unnecessary fatigue damage to the hearing aid and extends its service life. Attached Figure Description

[0013] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0014] Figure 1 A flowchart provided for this invention. Detailed Implementation

[0015] To make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects of this invention easier to understand, the invention will be further described below in conjunction with specific embodiments.

[0016] The present invention discloses a method for detecting the insertion of an air conduction hearing aid into the ear, comprising the following steps: Step 1: First, correctly wear the hearing aid on your ear. The earplug of the hearing aid is inserted into the ear canal, emitting sound waves into the ear canal and receiving feedback sound waves. Record the intensity of the feedback sound waves and at the same time, detect the air pressure in the ear canal and record the air pressure data as a comparison template. Step 2: Remove the hearing aid and put it in your pocket or other storage container. When the detected ambient sound intensity and air pressure data differ too much from the comparison template, and the data does not match the comparison template within a certain period of time, it will automatically shut down and stop working. Step 3: Turn on the hearing aid, put it on your ear, and it will emit sound waves and detect the surrounding air pressure. When the detected data does not match the comparison template, it will issue a voice prompt to prompt the user to continue adjusting until the detected data matches the comparison template. Then it will prompt that the installation is complete, and then receive the surrounding sounds, amplify them and send them to the user to ensure that the user can hear the surrounding sounds.

[0017] In step one, the comparison template generated is a data range. When the detected data falls within this range, it will match the comparison template, indicating that the hearing aid installation is complete.

[0018] In step two, the detection time period can be set to three to five minutes. If the matching is not completed within this time period, a matching failure message will be displayed, and the device will be automatically shut down.

[0019] Specifically, when performing in-ear detection, the hearing aid stops receiving ambient sounds to prevent the received sounds from overshadowing the prompts and hindering the user from wearing the hearing aid.

[0020] During the testing process, the hearing aid and mobile phone are connected via Bluetooth, and the test data can be sent to the mobile phone in real time for the user to view, helping the user to quickly complete the installation of the hearing aid.

[0021] When the earplug of the hearing aid becomes loose, it will automatically detect this and issue a voice prompt to the user to reinsert the earplug into the ear canal to avoid affecting the sound transmission effect.

[0022] During the testing process, the indicator light on the hearing aid flashes continuously to remind the user that the hearing aid is in testing mode, making it convenient for staff to manually turn off the hearing aid when storing it.

[0023] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of the present invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of the invention. Various changes and modifications can be made to the invention without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of protection claimed by the present invention. The scope of protection of the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A method for detecting air conduction hearing aid insertion into the ear, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: Step 1: First, correctly wear the hearing aid on your ear. The earplug of the hearing aid is inserted into the ear canal, emitting sound waves into the ear canal and receiving feedback sound waves. Record the intensity of the feedback sound waves and at the same time, detect the air pressure in the ear canal and record the air pressure data as a comparison template. Step 2: Remove the hearing aid and put it in your pocket or other storage container. When the detected ambient sound intensity and air pressure data differ too much from the comparison template, and the data does not match the comparison template within a certain period of time, it will automatically shut down and stop working. Step 3: Turn on the hearing aid, put it on your ear, and it will emit sound waves and detect the surrounding air pressure. When the detected data does not match the comparison template, it will issue a voice prompt to prompt the user to continue adjusting until the detected data matches the comparison template. Then it will prompt that the installation is complete, and then receive the surrounding sounds, amplify them and send them to the user to ensure that the user can hear the surrounding sounds.

2. The method for detecting air conduction hearing aid insertion into the ear according to claim 1, characterized in that: The comparison template generated in step one is a data range. When the detected data is within this range, it will match the comparison template, indicating that the hearing aid installation is complete.

3. The method for detecting air conduction hearing aid insertion into the ear according to claim 1, characterized in that: The detection time period in step two can be set to three to five minutes. If the matching is not completed within this time period, a matching failure message will be displayed, and the device will be automatically shut down.

4. The method for detecting air conduction hearing aid insertion into the ear according to claim 1, characterized in that: When the hearing aid is being tested for in-ear sound, it stops receiving ambient sounds to prevent the received sounds from overshadowing the prompts and preventing the user from wearing the hearing aid.

5. The method for detecting air conduction hearing aid insertion into the ear according to claim 1, characterized in that: During the testing process, the hearing aid and mobile phone are connected via Bluetooth, and the test data can be sent to the mobile phone in real time for the user to view, helping the user to quickly complete the installation of the hearing aid.

6. The method for detecting air conduction hearing aid insertion into the ear according to claim 1, characterized in that: When the earplug of the hearing aid becomes loose, it will automatically detect this and issue a voice prompt to the user to reinsert the earplug into the ear canal to avoid affecting the sound transmission effect.

7. The method for detecting air conduction hearing aid insertion into the ear according to claim 1, characterized in that: During the testing process, the indicator light on the hearing aid flashes continuously, reminding the user that the hearing aid is in testing mode, so that staff can manually turn off the hearing aid when storing it.

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