Abstract: The present disclosure relates in a first aspect to a head-wearable hearing instrument comprising first and second portions and a radio-frequency data communication interface configured to transmit and receive data packets at transmit and receipt time slots, respectively, through a wireless communication channel. The head-wearable hearing instrument comprises a connector assembly configured to electrically and mechanically interconnect the first portion with the second portion. The second portion comprises a sensor configured to measure a physical property and generate sensor data representative of the measured physical property. The head-wearable hearing instrument further comprises a wired data communication link extending between the first and second portions through the connector assembly for transmission of sensor data during transmit time slots. Said transmit time slots of the sensor data and at least said receipt time slots of the wireless communication channel are non-overlapping in time.

Abstract: A MEMS structure is provided. The MEMS structure includes a substrate having an opening portion and a backplate disposed on one side of the substrate. The MEMS structure also includes a diaphragm disposed between the substrate and the backplate. The opening portion of the substrate is under the diaphragm, and an air gap is formed between the diaphragm and the backplate. The MEMS structure further includes a pillar structure connected with the backplate and the diaphragm and a protection post structure extending from the backplate into the air gap. From a top view of the backplate, the protection post structure surrounds the pillar structure.

Abstract: The present disclosure discloses an assistive listening device. The assistive listening device includes a signal input module configured to receive an initial sound and convert the initial sound into an electric signal, a signal processing module configured to process the electric signal and generate a control signal, and at least one output energy converter configured to convert the control signal into a bone conduction sound wave that can be perceived by a user and an air conduction sound wave that can be heard by the user's ears. Within a target frequency range, the air conduction sound wave is transmitted to the user's ears, so that a sound intensity of the air conduction sound heard by the user's ears is greater than a sound intensity of the initial sound received by the signal input module.

Abstract: A microphone assembly including an acoustic transducer that generates an electrical signal responsive to acoustic activity, and an integrated circuit electrically coupled to the acoustic transducer and that receives the electrical signal from the acoustic transducer and generate an output signal representative of the acoustic activity. The microphone assembly also includes a substrate comprising a first surface on which the integrated circuit is mounted, a guard ring mounted on the substrate and elevated relative to the first surface of the substrate, and a can mounted to the guard ring, wherein the can, the guard ring, and the substrate form a housing in which the transducer and integrated circuit are disposed.

Abstract: An electronic device according to various embodiments disclosed herein may include: a housing, a camera module comprising a camera disposed in the housing, a speaker module comprising a speaker positioned in a first direction with respect to the camera module, a receiver module comprising a receiver positioned in a second direction opposite to the first direction with respect to the camera module, first sound holes including a connection hole positioned in the first direction with respect to the camera module and a hole positioned in the second direction with respect to the camera module, the first sound holes being positioned on a side surface of the electronic device, a first sound conduit interconnecting the connection hole and the speaker module, a second sound hole positioned on a front surface of the electronic device, a second sound conduit including a connection conduit disposed in a third direction perpendicular to the first direction with respect to the first sound conduit, the second sound conduit

Abstract: A sound outputting apparatus is provided. The sound outputting apparatus includes a base; a plurality of speakers configured to output sound; and a cover coupled to the base, the cover including a plurality of guide flow paths that respectively correspond to the plurality of speaker. Each of the plurality of guide flow paths includes an outer hole opened in a direction that extends away from the base from a respective one of the plurality of speakers, and further includes a groove that extends in a direction toward a center of the base from the respective one of the plurality of speakers. Each of the plurality of guide flow paths is configured to guide the output sound from the respective one of the plurality of speakers by dividing the output sound into the outer hole of the guide flow path and the groove of the guide flow path.

Abstract: The present invention provides a customizable ear insert for fitting within a user's outer ear or ear canal or both and methods therefor. In accordance with an aspect of the present invention, there is provided a customizable ear insert having: a body formed of photocurable polymer, the body having a first shape configured for insertion into the outer ear canal of a user; a light source, the light source positioned adjacent the body, and wherein the body can be cured into a second shape by application of light generated by the light source, the second shape snugly conforming to the interior surface of the user's outer ear or ear canal or both.

Abstract: A wearable audio output device (e.g., headphones) having an open design that allows ambient noise to pass to a listener without physically isolating the listener from a surrounding environment. The device may include an open earcup design that may partially or completely surround the listener's ear, and in some examples a portion of the listener's head may be uncovered by the open earcup. To improve comfort, the device includes a floating audio component configured to generate output audio in a direction of the listener's ear without contacting the listener's ear. To reduce an amount of ambient noise, the device may be configured to perform active noise cancellation (ANC) processing using feedforward and/or feedback microphones. The device may include an acoustic structure configured to direct the output audio in the direction of the listener's ear and/or position the feedback microphone(s) closer to the listener's ear.

Abstract: A display apparatus includes a display module that includes a display panel and is configured to display an image. A rear cover is on a rear surface of the display module. A first vibration generating module is in a first rear region of the rear cover, and a second vibration generating module in a second rear region of the rear cover. The rear cover includes a first hole that overlaps the first vibration generating module, and a second hole that overlaps the second vibration generating module.

Abstract: A system includes at least one sound producing device comprising at least one speaker stacked vertically and configured to be housed in a corner of furniture of a pontoon watercraft and generating constructive interference gains in at least one zone at a particular sound stage at a height above a deck of the pontoon watercraft.

Abstract: The utility model discloses a dome-shaped diaphragm loudspeaker driver with a novel structure that comprises: a magnetic circuit assembly, a front plate mounted on one (top) side of the magnetic circuit assembly, a top dome-shaped diaphragm protruding from the middle of the top plate, which is being fixed between the front plate and the magnetic circuit assembly. A harmonic eliminator used to eliminate harmful soundwaves or resonances is being placed between the magnetic circuit assembly and the top diaphragm. One end of the harmonic eliminator is installed in the middle of the magnetic circuit assembly; the other (top) end of the harmonic eliminator extends to the inner side of the top diaphragm. The harmonic eliminator is designed with a structured concave-convex sound-absorbing surface for the purpose of eliminating standing waves and deviating harmful sound waves, thereby acoustic distortions.

Abstract: A microphone includes a housing. The microphone includes a windscreen coupled with the housing. The windscreen and the housing define a central volume. The microphone includes an audio module within the central volume. The audio module includes a receiver capsule, a carrier unit coupled with the receiver capsule, and a counterweight coupled with the carrier unit. The microphone includes a suspension element that is coupled with the housing and carrier unit to suspend the audio module within the central volume. The suspension element includes an inner body that contacts the carrier unit. The suspension element includes first and second flanges extending outward from the inner body. The first and second flange are fixedly coupled with the housing. A cross-section of the first and second flange includes an arched region that extends at least partially to an inner wall of the housing. The arched regions are oriented in opposite directions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a fixed-fixed membrane for a microelectromechanical system (MEMS) microphone. In one embodiment, a MEMS acoustic sensor includes a substrate; a membrane situated parallel to the substrate; and at least one vent formed into the membrane, wherein the at least one vent is a curved opening in the membrane, and wherein the at least one vent is disposed substantially along a length of the membrane.

Abstract: A hearing aid device adapted for use within the ear canal and of partially exposed in the canal types. This aid allows an air gap to substantially surround the hearing aid shell and air passages which communicate with the inner ear minimizing occlusion sensations and providing the user with an enhanced natural hearing experience. An aspect of this device is the provision of air passages in the mounting insert which securely positions the hearing aid shell in the wearer's canal. These passages are designed to stay open after insertion of the aid in the ear canal. In use, unamplified sound from the outside passes around the hearing aid shell, through the air passages in the mounting insert blending with the amplified sound emanating from the receiver. The area of air passages in the mounting insert can be tailored by the technician adapting to the bearing loss characteristics of the user.

Abstract: Disclosed is a coaxial speaker, including a magnetic circuit system, and two sounding units respectively arranged on the upper and lower sides of the magnetic circuit system. The magnetic circuit system includes a bottom plate, a first magnetic unit including a first magnet and a first yoke, and a second magnetic unit including a second magnet, a second yoke, and a third magnet. The second yoke includes an annular plate sandwiched between the second and third magnets, and an extension wall extending to a first through hole of the bottom plate. The third magnet covers a second through hole of the annular plate. The coaxial speaker is simple and compact in structure, reduces the cost, and can also be used as a receiver with a reverse phase silencer.

Abstract: An electrostatic transducer, a diaphragm (2) therefor, and corresponding methods of manufacture are disclosed. The electrostatic transducer is preferably for use in a motor vehicle. A composite laminated diaphragm (2) is manufactured by providing a first insulating layer (4), providing a conductive layer (6) on a surface of the first insulating layer (4), and bonding a second insulating layer (10) to the conductive layer (6) such that the second insulating layer (10) extends over the conductive layer (6). The first and second insulating layers (4, 10) each comprise a sheet of uncharged insulating material. The thickness of the composite laminated diaphragm (2) is less than 20 ?m.

Abstract: A high pitch enhanced passive radiator is adapted to be utilized in a passive radiator speaker. The high pitch enhanced passive radiator includes a shell, a woofer, and the passive radiator speaker. The shell has a first slot and a second slot. The woofer is connected to the first slot. The passive radiator speaker is connected to the second slot and includes a flange, a piezoelectric speaker, and a counterweight plate. The piezoelectric speaker is connected to the flange. The projected area of the counterweight plate and the projected area of the piezoelectric speaker at least partially overlap with each other.

Abstract: A micromechanical component for a sensor device or microphone device. The micromechanical component includes a diaphragm with a diaphragm inner side to which an electrode structure is directly or indirectly connected; and a cavity that is formed at least in a volume that is exposed by at least one removed area of at least one sacrificial layer. At least one residual area made of at least one electrically insulating sacrificial layer material of the at least one sacrificial layer is also present at the micromechanical component, and including at least one insulation area made of at least one electrically insulating material that is not the same as the electrically insulating sacrificial layer material. The electrode structure is electrically insulated from the diaphragm, and/or the at least one residual area of the at least one sacrificial layer is delimited from the cavity, using the at least one insulation area.

Abstract: Embodiments herein relate to devices and related systems and methods for detecting falls. In an embodiment, a hearing assistance device is included having a first control circuit and a first motion sensor. The first motion sensor can be disposed in a fixed position relative to a head of a subject wearing the hearing assistance device. A first microphone and a first transducer for generating sound can be in operational communication with the first control circuit. The first control circuit can be configured to evaluate data from one or more sensors to detect a possible fall of a subject in physical contact with the hearing assistance device. The device can be configured to wirelessly transmit data regarding a possible fall to another device including an indication of whether the possible fall was detected binaurally or monoaurally. Other embodiments are included herein.

Abstract: A system for acoustically exciting a platform includes one or more sheets of material, each sheet having upper and lower surfaces. An acoustic transducer is disposed on the lower surface of each sheet, wherein the acoustic transducer excites each sheet with vibrational energy. Three or more supports disposed extending from the lower surface of each sheet.