Patents by Inventor Kevin R. Semcken

Kevin R. Semcken has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 8712067
    Abstract: A system and method for using an audiogram and audio filters to provide improved audio characteristics for hearing impaired listeners by equalizing the received sound level of the signal across the frequency spectrum. The system and method further provide for modifying an audio signal based on the personal hearing characteristics of a listener to compensate for hearing loss.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 29, 2014
    Assignee: Able Planet Incorporated
    Inventor: Kevin R. Semcken
  • Publication number: 20140086429
    Abstract: A single chamber headphone apparatus and earcup design is provided which enhances wearer comfort, reduces headphone weight, facilitates ease of use, maintenance and operation by providing an improved internal chamber and battery cap configuration. Sound quality is improved by eliminating acoustic problems associated with two-chamber headset designs. A volume balance control is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 2, 2013
    Publication date: March 27, 2014
    Applicant: Able Planet Inc.
    Inventor: Kevin R. Semcken
  • Patent number: 8605932
    Abstract: A single chamber headphone apparatus and earcup design is provided which enhances wearer comfort, reduces headphone weight, facilitates ease of use, maintenance and operation by providing an improved internal chamber and battery cap configuration. Sound quality is improved by eliminating acoustic problems associated with two-chamber headset designs. A volume balance control is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 10, 2013
    Assignee: Able Planet Incorporated
    Inventor: Kevin R. Semcken
  • Patent number: 8462975
    Abstract: An electroacoustical apparatus and method is described that alters the output properties of an audio device to improve the sound properties for both hearing impaired and normal hearing listeners. The device includes a coil element of specific design and may incorporate digital signal processing techniques to modify audio signal output. The electrical device and method of processing provides for the beneficial alteration of sound waves to an audio signal, and further modification of the audio signal to provide for improved loudness and clarity characteristics. The improved characteristics provide for greater intelligibility of the audio signal to persons with hearing impairments and to persons with normal hearing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2013
    Assignee: Able Planet, Incorporated
    Inventors: Kevin R. Semcken, H. Christopher Schweitzer
  • Publication number: 20110110529
    Abstract: A wireless audio system is provided which includes an audio source and an audio output device such as a headphone set electronically coupled to a wireless lanyard. The lanyard is wirelessly electronically coupled to the audio source, thereby permitting use of the audio system by a remote user without encumbering the user's mobility.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 14, 2010
    Publication date: May 12, 2011
    Inventor: Kevin R. Semcken
  • Publication number: 20100316240
    Abstract: An electroacoustical apparatus and method is described that alters the output properties of an audio device to improve the sound properties for both hearing impaired and normal hearing listeners. The device includes a coil element of specific design and may incorporate digital signal processing techniques to modify audio signal output. The electrical device and method of processing provides for the beneficial alteration of sound waves to an audio signal, and further modification of the audio signal to provide for improved loudness and clarity characteristics. The improved characteristics provide for greater intelligibility of the audio signal to persons with hearing impairments and to persons with normal hearing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 11, 2008
    Publication date: December 16, 2010
    Applicant: ABLE PLANET, INCORPORATED
    Inventors: Kevin R. Semcken, H. Christopher Schweitzer
  • Publication number: 20100310093
    Abstract: A single chamber headphone apparatus and earcup design is provided which enhances wearer comfort, reduces headphone weight, facilitates ease of use, maintenance and operation by providing an improved internal chamber and battery cap configuration. Sound quality is improved by eliminating acoustic problems associated with two-chamber headset designs. A volume balance control is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 12, 2008
    Publication date: December 9, 2010
    Applicant: ABLE PLANET, INCORPORATED
    Inventor: Kevin R. Semcken
  • Publication number: 20100303249
    Abstract: A system and method for using an audiogram and audio filters to provide improved audio characteristics for hearing impaired listeners by equalizing the received sound level of the signal across the frequency spectrum. The system and method further provide for modifying an audio signal based on the personal hearing characteristics of a listener to compensate for hearing loss.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2008
    Publication date: December 2, 2010
    Applicant: ABLE PLANET, INCORPORATED
    Inventor: Kevin R. Semcken
  • Patent number: D606969
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 29, 2009
    Assignee: Able Planet, Incorporated
    Inventor: Kevin R. Semcken
  • Patent number: D606970
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 29, 2009
    Assignee: Able Planet, Incorporated
    Inventor: Kevin R. Semcken