DEVICES FOR ENHANCING TRANSMISSIONS OF STIMULI IN AUDITORY PROSTHESES

摘要

An actuator provides vibrational stimulation to a recipient of a bone conduction device. To ensure proper operation of the actuator, a known signal is delivered to a coil associated therewith. An output signal from the coil is analyzed for distortion, the presence of which indicates that the actuator is out of balance. If distortion is present, adjustments are made to the position of certain embodiments within the actuator to obtain a properly balanced device. Methods also include testing for distortion, after manufacture of the device.

主权项

1. A method comprising:
applying an input signal to a transducer, wherein the transducer comprises an adjustable assembly; analyzing a distortion of an output signal generated in response to the input signal; and positioning the adjustable assembly based at least in part on the analysis.