Hearing Aids that filter out higher frequencies to aid those with Sensory Processing Disorders

Low Frequency Hearing Aids

Hearing Aids that filter out higher frequencies to aid those with Sensory Processing Disorders

Role

Lead Mechanical Engineer

Timeline

Signal

  • Low frequency hearing aid that filters different frequencies and reduces the volumes for certain noises for those who suffer from sensory processing disorder

  • For those with sensory processing disorders or autism, unfamiliar load noises can hinder the ability to think

  • This product could recognize unnecessarily loud noises and allow the user to determine which noises are bothersome and should be reduced

  • Most headphones are noise canceling not noise isolating. Noise isolating would mean mechanically blocking the sound through ear plugs/muffs that would better isolate the noise but not eliminate the entire sound.

  • Project needs to include a sheet metal element

  • Sheet metal component was the heat sink to divert heat generated from the electrical components away from the user's head to prevent potential heat damage

  • The heat must also not exceed a certain temperature

  • The band would have to fit around the user's head, the wire housings could not interfere with the movement of the band and must also be long enough so that the circuit will still run even if the band is adjusted