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Behind-the-ear (BTE) prosthetic device with antenna

  • US 8,934,984 B2
  • Filed: 06/02/2008
  • Issued: 01/13/2015
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/31/2007
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A behind-the-ear (BTE) prosthetic device for use in a medical system comprising:

  • a connector configured to mechanically attach an ear hook to said BTE prosthetic device; and

    a transceiver comprising one or more of an RF transmitter and an RF receiver,wherein said connector is electrically connected to said transceiver, and wherein said connector is configured to operate as an electromagnetic antenna for wireless communication between said BTE prosthetic device and one or more other components of said system;

    wherein said connector comprises an electrically conductive outer body configured to be connected to said transceiver.

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