Abstract: A method for multi-carrier processing in an auditory prosthetic device comprises receiving an audio signal comprising multiple signals, each produced by an independent source, and identifying at least a first signal and a second signal in the received audio signal. The method also comprises adjusting an amplitude of a first carrier signal based on a first signal or a signal envelope associated with the first signal, and adjusting an amplitude of a second carrier signal based on a second signal or a signal envelope associated with the second signal. The amplitude-adjusted first and second signals are delivered to one or more stimulation devices associated with an auditory prosthetic.

Abstract: A container with an insert for rapidly lowering the temperature of a heated liquid to an ideal range suitable for human contact and maintaining the liquid in the ideal range for an extended period of time includes an insulated container for holding heated liquid, a thermal regulating insert and means for attaching or stabilizing the insert to the container. The thermal regulating insert has an outer wall made of thermally conductive material and sufficient surface area to promote heat transfer that creates an enclosed chamber. The chamber contains a phase change material for absorbing heat from the heated liquid when the liquid's temperature is higher than the phase change materials melting point. The insert is removably retained in the fluid-reservoir in the container such that the insert is wholly or substantially spaced apart from the walls of the container and stabilized relative to the container.

Abstract: A method for multi-carrier processing in an auditory prosthetic device comprises receiving an audio signal comprising multiple signals, each produced by an independent source, and identifying at least a first signal and a second signal in the received audio signal. The method also comprises adjusting an amplitude of a first carrier signal based on a first signal or a signal envelope associated with the first signal, and adjusting an amplitude of a second carrier signal based on a second signal or a signal envelope associated with the second signal. The amplitude-adjusted first and second signals are delivered to one or more stimulation devices associated with an auditory prosthetic.