Shubham Pal², Niharika Dheeman², Shivendra Shukla², Ayush Gupta², Astha Gupta², Shiv Kumar Kashyap², Surisetti Divya¹* and Esha Yadav³

¹Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacology, Axis Institute of Pharmacy, Rooma, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India
²Student of B. Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacology, Axis Institute of Pharmacy, Rooma, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India
³Professor, Department of Pharmacology, Axis Institute of Pharmacy, Rooma, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India

*Corresponding Author: Surisetti Divya, Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacology, Axis Institute of Pharmacy, Rooma, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Received: February 28, 2024; Published: March 06, 2024

Abstract

Artificial Intelligence has transformed the hearing aid experience by enhancing the device's ability to analyze and adapt to different sound environments. Traditional hearing aids often struggled in complex listening situations, such as crowded restaurants or noisy offices, as they amplified all sounds equally, making it challenging for users to understand speech. With AI-powered hearing aids, this problem is addressed. These devices utilize advanced algorithms to analyze and distinguish various sound environments, automatically adjusting settings to optimize speech understanding and reduce background noise. Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach, AI allows for personalized sound processing, ensuring that users can effortlessly communicate in different settings. Furthermore, AI-powered hearing aids can identify and differentiate between different voices, enhancing speech clarity and making conversations more effortless and enjoyable. This capability is especially beneficial in scenarios where multiple people are speaking simultaneously, as the device can focus on the target speaker while suppressing irrelevant noise. Furthermore, AI-powered hearing aids often come with companion apps that allow users to fine-tune settings, track usage data, and provide feedback to further enhance the personalized experience. These apps provide a user-friendly interface for individuals to have more control over their hearing aids and customize their listening experiences according to their preferences.

Keywords: Artificial Intelligence; Hearing Aids; Cochlear Implants; Brain-Controlled Aids; Idiopathic Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss (ISSNHL); Digital Signal Processing (DSP)

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Citation

Citation: Surisetti Divya., et al. “Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Hearing Aids and Auditory Implants".Acta Scientific Pharmaceutical Sciences 8.4 (2024): 07-11.

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