WO2008051307A2 - Ear tip - Google Patents
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
- A61F—FILTERS IMPLANTABLE INTO BLOOD VESSELS; PROSTHESES; DEVICES PROVIDING PATENCY TO, OR PREVENTING COLLAPSING OF, TUBULAR STRUCTURES OF THE BODY, e.g. STENTS; ORTHOPAEDIC, NURSING OR CONTRACEPTIVE DEVICES; FOMENTATION; TREATMENT OR PROTECTION OF EYES OR EARS; BANDAGES, DRESSINGS OR ABSORBENT PADS; FIRST-AID KITS
- A61F11/00—Methods or devices for treatment of the ears or hearing sense; Non-electric hearing aids; Methods or devices for enabling ear patients to achieve auditory perception through physiological senses other than hearing sense; Protective devices for the ears, carried on the body or in the hand
- A61F11/06—Protective devices for the ears
- A61F11/08—Protective devices for the ears internal, e.g. earplugs
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
- A61B—DIAGNOSIS; SURGERY; IDENTIFICATION
- A61B7/00—Instruments for auscultation
- A61B7/02—Stethoscopes
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- H—ELECTRICITY
- H04—ELECTRIC COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUE
- H04R—LOUDSPEAKERS, MICROPHONES, GRAMOPHONE PICK-UPS OR LIKE ACOUSTIC ELECTROMECHANICAL TRANSDUCERS; DEAF-AID SETS; PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEMS
- H04R1/00—Details of transducers, loudspeakers or microphones
- H04R1/10—Earpieces; Attachments therefor ; Earphones; Monophonic headphones
- H04R1/1016—Earpieces of the intra-aural type
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- H—ELECTRICITY
- H04—ELECTRIC COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUE
- H04R—LOUDSPEAKERS, MICROPHONES, GRAMOPHONE PICK-UPS OR LIKE ACOUSTIC ELECTROMECHANICAL TRANSDUCERS; DEAF-AID SETS; PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEMS
- H04R25/00—Deaf-aid sets, i.e. electro-acoustic or electro-mechanical hearing aids; Electric tinnitus maskers providing an auditory perception
- H04R25/65—Housing parts, e.g. shells, tips or moulds, or their manufacture
- H04R25/652—Ear tips; Ear moulds
- H04R25/656—Non-customized, universal ear tips, i.e. ear tips which are not specifically adapted to the size or shape of the ear or ear canal
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- the inventions disclosed and claimed herein are ear tips that come in contact with the ear canal wall, adapted for use with earphones, stethoscopes, perytympanic hearing instruments (hearing aids), headsets, and ear plugs for hearing protection, and more particularly "in ear” applications.
- the devices to which the ear tips can be operatively attached are generally known in the art, including earphones that can be positioned on the head or over the ear, in the ear and wires capable of operatively connecting the ear tip to an audio source such as an analog or digital audio player.
- Alternative uses include operative attachment to stethoscopes, hearing aids, headsets, and as ear plugs.
- Fig. 1 shows a perspective view of one embodiment of an ear tip.
- Fig. 2. shows a longitudinal cross-section of the ear tip shown in Fig. 1 taken along the major axis.
- Fig. 3 shows a longitudinal cross-section of the ear tip shown in Fig. 1 taken along the minor axis.
- Fig. 4 shows a lateral cross-section of an embodiment having an elliptical cross-section.
- Fig. 5 shows a lateral cross-section of an embodiment having a generally triangular cross-section.
- Fig. 6 shows a lateral cross-section of an embodiment having a clamshell shaped cross-section.
- Fig. 7 shows a lateral cross-section of the ear tip having a teardrop cross- section.
- Fig. 8 shows a perspective view of another embodiment of the invention having two flanges.
- Fig. 9 shows a longitudinal cross-section of the embodiment shown in Fig. 5 taken along the major axis.
- Fig. 10 shows a longitudinal cross-section of the embodiment shown in Fig. 5 taken along the minor axis.
- Fig. 11 shows another embodiment in which a first flange is positioned relative to a second flange at a 15° angle.
- Fig.12 shows a longitudinal cross-section of an embodiment having an
- the ear tip 10 has an annular flange 20 having a first end 30, a second end 40, at least a partially non-circular cross section 50 (shown for example in Fig. 4).
- An inner body 60 extends from the first end 30 toward the second end 40 within a chamber 70.
- An acoustic channel 80 extends through the inner body 60 to connect operatively the sound source or sound attenuator 90 to the ear drum (not shown).
- An inner body 60 is formed as part of the flange 20. The inner body 60 is positioned so that its longitudinal axis is generally concentric with the longitudinal axis of the flange 20 (i.e. along axis 100 as shown on Figs. 2 and 3).
- the acoustic channel 80 extends through the inner body 60 and the first end 30.
- a transducer (not shown) may be positioned within or without the chamber 70.
- the inner body 60 may be formed integrally with the flange 20 or as a separate piece which is then attached to the flange 20.
- the inner diameter 110 of the acoustic channel 80 is sized to secure an acoustic connection from a sound source or sound attenuator 90.
- the acoustic channel 80 in one version has a diameter of about 1.26 millimeters. In another version, the acoustic channel 80 has a diameter of about 1.40 millimeters. Variations to the diameter of the acoustic channel 80 can be made without varying from the scope of the invention disclosed and claimed herein.
- the exterior surface 25 of the flange 20 tapers to the first end 30 from the second end 40.
- the arc of the taper can be constant or variable. In one version the radius is 5 millimeters. In another version, the radius is 9 millimeters. In other embodiments, the flange 20 has a generally conical three-dimensional shape. Again, variations in the arc or radius of the taper can be made without varying from the scope of the invention disclosed and claimed herein.
- the ear tip 10 has a major axis 120 along B-B' and minor axis 130 along C-C.
- the major axis 120 is longer than the minor axis 130.
- the minor axis 130 has a length from about 6 millimeters to about 10 millimeters.
- the major axis 120 has a length from about 9 millimeters to about 15 millimeters.
- the ratio of the length of the major axis 120 relative to the minor axis 130 can range from about 1.1:1 to about 3:1.
- the lengths of the axes can be varied without departing from the scope of the inventions disclosed and claimed herein.
- Figs. 4-6 show several embodiments having different shaped lateral cross- sections.
- Fig. 4 shows a flange 20 having a generally elliptical cross-section 50.
- the major axis 120 and minor axis 130 are shown.
- Fig. 5 shows another embodiment with a flange 20 having a generally triangular shaped lateral cross-section.
- This generally triangular shaped lateral cross-section can also be referred to as a tri-oval shape.
- the inner body 60 defines an acoustic channel 80. Taken from the axis of the acoustic channel 80, radius R varies in length as it arcs from the minor axis 130 to the major axis 120. Sections of the cross-section can have generally non-radial lineal geometries in varying length (Fig. 5).
- Fig. 6 shows another embodiment with a flange 20 having a generally clamshell shaped lateral cross-section.
- This clamshell shape can be described as taking a longitudinal cross-section along the major axis 120 thereby separating the flange 20 into two halves having radii "R" based on center points 190, 200 outside the acoustic channel 80.
- the center points 190, 200 can be inside the chamber 70 or acoustic channel 80.
- Fig. 5 shows another embodiment with a flange 20 having a generally triangular shaped lateral cross-section.
- This generally triangular shaped lateral cross-section can also be referred to as a tri- oval shape.
- the inner body 60 defines an acoustic channel 80.
- radius R varies in length as it arcs from the minor axis 130 to the major axis 120.
- Sections of the cross-section can have generally non-radial lineal geometries in varying length (Fig. 5).
- Fig. 6 shows another embodiment with a flange 20 having a generally clamshell shaped lateral cross-section.
- This clamshell shape can be described as taking a longitudinal cross-section along the major axis 120 thereby separating the flange 20 into two halves having radii "R" based on center points 190, 200 outside the acoustic channel 80.
- the center points 190, 200 can be inside the chamber 70 or acoustic channel 80.
- the flange 20 has a lateral cross-section having a generally teardrop shape.
- the lateral cross-section of the flange 20 can be generally oval, elliptical, or triangular (Figs. 4 and 5).
- the flange 20 can have a cross-section having a substantially uniform arc as it extends from the minor axis 130 to the major axis 120.
- the flange 20 has a cross-section has a variable arc as it extends from the minor axis 130 to the major axis 120.
- the flange 20 has a cross-section having a generally increasing radius as it extends from the minor axis 130 to the major axis
- Single flange ear tips 10 attenuate ambient noise by about 5 to about 15 dB.
- multiple flanges 140, 150 can be used to yield attenuation up to about 32dB.
- Figures 8-10 show a perspective view of an embodiment having a first flange 140 and a second flange 150 positioned along a common longitudinal axis (not shown). More than two flanges 140, 150 may be used without departing from the scope of the inventions disclosed and claimed.
- the flanges 140, 150 have generally decreasing diameters as the flanges 140, 150 transition to an insertable end 160.
- the insertable end 160 is that portion of the ear tip 10 that is inserted the furthest into the ear canal.
- the flanges 140, 150 can be of single piece construction or multiple piece construction.
- the inner body 60 can have an acoustic channel 80 extending through it.
- the inner body 60 traverses at least part of the length of both flanges 140, 150 as shown in Fig. 8-10.
- Each of the flanges 140, 150 has a first end 30 and a second end 40. At least one of the flanges 140, 150 has a partially non-circular cross section as described above with respect to the embodiment having a single flange 20.
- Each of the flanges 140, 150 defines a chamber 70.
- the second flange 150 has a longitudinal axis 170 angled about 15 to about 30 degrees from the longitudinal axis 100 of flange 140.
- the deflection of the second flange 150 with respect to the first flange 140 can comprise a compound angle that is an angle of 15° in the x- axis and 15° in the y-axis or any combination thereof.
- the longitudinal axis 100 of both flanges 140, 150 are common. In embodiments having multiple flanges 140, 150 (Figs.
- the flanges 140, 150 may have the same or different shaped lateral cross-sections, including oval, elliptical, triangular or teardrop shaped.
- Rigid, deformable, flexible, elastic or resilient materials provide flexibility in sizing the ear bud, comfort, audio quality and durability.
- the flange is a polymer.
- the flange is an elastomeric polymer.
- the flange 20 is comprised of ABS plastic or polycarbonate plastic.
- the inner body 60 will have sufficient thickness and stiffness to resist deformation when it is connected to a sound source and when the ear tip 10 is inserted into an ear.
- a removable or fixed insert 180 may be provided to plug the acoustic channel 80 thereby rendering the invention an ear plug.
- the insert 180 may be formed integrally with the inner body 60 to become either a homogeneous or non-homogeneous solid body.
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Abstract
An improved ear tip for earphones and hearing protection is provided where comfort and occlusion of the ear are of most importance. The ear tip comprises an elastomer polymer resin material molded to form the material to the shape of the ear canal. A chamber is defined having a proximal and distal end, the distal end engages the acoustic exit of the transducer, sound source or sound attenuator and the proximal end of the bore is adapted to be disposed adjacent an eardrum. The inner body attaches to a nozzle, or audio playback orifice to naturally transition the acoustics from the transducer or sound attenuator to the eardrum via the ear canal. The ear tip can have a plurality of flexible annular flanges disposed at spaced intervals of the body with decreasing circumference as the flanges transition to the proximal end. Each flange tapers in a radius or curvilinear geometry as it progresses to the end of the object.
Description
EARTIP
INTRODUCTION
The inventions disclosed and claimed herein are ear tips that come in contact with the ear canal wall, adapted for use with earphones, stethoscopes, perytympanic hearing instruments (hearing aids), headsets, and ear plugs for hearing protection, and more particularly "in ear" applications. The devices to which the ear tips can be operatively attached are generally known in the art, including earphones that can be positioned on the head or over the ear, in the ear and wires capable of operatively connecting the ear tip to an audio source such as an analog or digital audio player. Alternative uses include operative attachment to stethoscopes, hearing aids, headsets, and as ear plugs.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
Fig. 1 shows a perspective view of one embodiment of an ear tip.
Fig. 2. shows a longitudinal cross-section of the ear tip shown in Fig. 1 taken along the major axis. Fig. 3 shows a longitudinal cross-section of the ear tip shown in Fig. 1 taken along the minor axis.
Fig. 4 shows a lateral cross-section of an embodiment having an elliptical cross-section.
Fig. 5 shows a lateral cross-section of an embodiment having a generally triangular cross-section.
Fig. 6 shows a lateral cross-section of an embodiment having a clamshell shaped cross-section.
Fig. 7 shows a lateral cross-section of the ear tip having a teardrop cross- section. Fig. 8 shows a perspective view of another embodiment of the invention having two flanges.
Fig. 9 shows a longitudinal cross-section of the embodiment shown in Fig. 5 taken along the major axis.
Fig. 10 shows a longitudinal cross-section of the embodiment shown in Fig. 5 taken along the minor axis.
Fig. 11 shows another embodiment in which a first flange is positioned relative to a second flange at a 15° angle.
Fig.12 shows a longitudinal cross-section of an embodiment having an
insert.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF REPRESENTATIVE EMBODIMENTS
For the purpose of promoting an understanding of the principles of the invention, reference is now made to the embodiments illustrated in the drawings and specific language is used to describe the same. No limitation of the scope of the invention is intended. Alterations and modifications to the illustrated devices, and other applications of the principles of the invention as illustrated herein are contemplated as would normally occur to one skilled in the art to which the invention relates.
As shown in Figures 1 and 2, the ear tip 10 has an annular flange 20 having a first end 30, a second end 40, at least a partially non-circular cross section 50 (shown for example in Fig. 4). An inner body 60 extends from the first end 30 toward the second end 40 within a chamber 70. An acoustic channel 80 extends through the inner body 60 to connect operatively the sound source or sound attenuator 90 to the ear drum (not shown). An inner body 60 is formed as part of the flange 20. The inner body 60 is positioned so that its longitudinal axis is generally concentric with the longitudinal axis of the flange 20 (i.e. along axis 100 as shown on Figs. 2 and 3). The acoustic channel 80 extends through the inner body 60 and the first end 30. A transducer (not shown) may be positioned within or without the chamber 70. The inner body 60 may be formed integrally with the flange 20 or as a separate piece which is then attached to the flange 20.
The inner diameter 110 of the acoustic channel 80 is sized to secure an acoustic connection from a sound source or sound attenuator 90. The acoustic channel 80 in one version has a diameter of about 1.26 millimeters. In another version, the acoustic channel 80 has a diameter of about 1.40 millimeters. Variations to the diameter of the acoustic channel 80 can be made without varying from the scope of the invention disclosed and claimed herein.
The exterior surface 25 of the flange 20 tapers to the first end 30 from the second end 40. The arc of the taper can be constant or variable. In one version the radius is 5 millimeters. In another version, the radius is 9 millimeters. In other embodiments, the flange 20 has a generally conical three-dimensional shape. Again, variations in the arc or radius of the taper can be made without varying from the scope of the invention disclosed and claimed herein.
Referring to Figs. 2 and 3, the ear tip 10 has a major axis 120 along B-B' and minor axis 130 along C-C. The major axis 120 is longer than the minor axis 130. The minor axis 130 has a length from about 6 millimeters to about 10 millimeters. The major axis 120 has a length from about 9 millimeters to about 15 millimeters. The ratio of the length of the major axis 120 relative to the minor axis 130 can range from about 1.1:1 to about 3:1. The lengths of the axes can be varied without departing from the scope of the inventions disclosed and claimed herein.
Figs. 4-6 show several embodiments having different shaped lateral cross- sections. Fig. 4 shows a flange 20 having a generally elliptical cross-section 50.
The major axis 120 and minor axis 130 are shown. Radius "R" will decrease as it arcs from the major axis 120 to the minor axis 130 according to known mathematical equations for ellipses [(x2/a2) + (y2/b2) = I]- O1^ can infinitely vary the radius "R" or the generally elliptical shape of the inventions without departing from the scope thereof as disclosed and claimed.
Fig. 5 shows another embodiment with a flange 20 having a generally triangular shaped lateral cross-section. This generally triangular shaped lateral cross-section can also be referred to as a tri-oval shape. The inner body 60 defines an acoustic channel 80. Taken from the axis of the acoustic channel 80, radius R varies in length as it arcs from the minor axis 130 to the major axis 120. Sections of the cross-section can have generally non-radial lineal geometries in varying length (Fig. 5).
Fig. 6 shows another embodiment with a flange 20 having a generally clamshell shaped lateral cross-section. This clamshell shape can be described as taking a longitudinal cross-section along the major axis 120 thereby separating the flange 20 into two halves having radii "R" based on center points 190, 200 outside the acoustic channel 80. Alternatively the center points 190, 200 can be inside the chamber 70 or acoustic channel 80. Fig. 5 shows another embodiment with a flange 20 having a generally triangular shaped lateral cross-section. This generally triangular shaped lateral cross-section can also be referred to as a tri- oval shape. The inner body 60 defines an acoustic channel 80. Taken from the axis of the acoustic channel 80, radius R varies in length as it arcs from the minor
axis 130 to the major axis 120. Sections of the cross-section can have generally non-radial lineal geometries in varying length (Fig. 5).
Fig. 6 shows another embodiment with a flange 20 having a generally clamshell shaped lateral cross-section. This clamshell shape can be described as taking a longitudinal cross-section along the major axis 120 thereby separating the flange 20 into two halves having radii "R" based on center points 190, 200 outside the acoustic channel 80. Alternatively the center points 190, 200 can be inside the chamber 70 or acoustic channel 80.
Referring to Figs. 7, the flange 20 has a lateral cross-section having a generally teardrop shape. Alternatively, the lateral cross-section of the flange 20 can be generally oval, elliptical, or triangular (Figs. 4 and 5). The flange 20 can have a cross-section having a substantially uniform arc as it extends from the minor axis 130 to the major axis 120. In another version, the flange 20 has a cross-section has a variable arc as it extends from the minor axis 130 to the major axis 120. In another variation, the flange 20 has a cross-section having a generally increasing radius as it extends from the minor axis 130 to the major axis
120.
Single flange ear tips 10 attenuate ambient noise by about 5 to about 15 dB. For additional noise isolation, multiple flanges 140, 150 can be used to yield attenuation up to about 32dB. Figures 8-10 show a perspective view of an embodiment having a first flange 140 and a second flange 150 positioned along a
common longitudinal axis (not shown). More than two flanges 140, 150 may be used without departing from the scope of the inventions disclosed and claimed.
The flanges 140, 150 have generally decreasing diameters as the flanges 140, 150 transition to an insertable end 160. The insertable end 160 is that portion of the ear tip 10 that is inserted the furthest into the ear canal. The flanges 140, 150 can be of single piece construction or multiple piece construction. For the embodiments having multiple flanges 140, 150, the inner body 60 can have an acoustic channel 80 extending through it. The inner body 60 traverses at least part of the length of both flanges 140, 150 as shown in Fig. 8-10. Each of the flanges 140, 150 has a first end 30 and a second end 40. At least one of the flanges 140, 150 has a partially non-circular cross section as described above with respect to the embodiment having a single flange 20. Each of the flanges 140, 150 defines a chamber 70.
In one embodiment having two flanges (Fig. 11), the second flange 150 has a longitudinal axis 170 angled about 15 to about 30 degrees from the longitudinal axis 100 of flange 140. The deflection of the second flange 150 with respect to the first flange 140 can comprise a compound angle that is an angle of 15° in the x- axis and 15° in the y-axis or any combination thereof. Referring to Figs. 9 and 10, in another embodiment, the longitudinal axis 100 of both flanges 140, 150 are common. In embodiments having multiple flanges 140, 150 (Figs. 8-10), the flanges 140, 150 may have the same or different shaped lateral cross-sections, including oval, elliptical, triangular or teardrop shaped.
Rigid, deformable, flexible, elastic or resilient materials provide flexibility in sizing the ear bud, comfort, audio quality and durability. In one embodiment, the flange is a polymer. In another embodiment, the flange is an elastomeric polymer. In another embodiment the flange 20 is comprised of ABS plastic or polycarbonate plastic.
In single and multiple flange embodiments, the inner body 60 will have sufficient thickness and stiffness to resist deformation when it is connected to a sound source and when the ear tip 10 is inserted into an ear.
As shown in Fig. 12, a removable or fixed insert 180 may be provided to plug the acoustic channel 80 thereby rendering the invention an ear plug. The insert 180 may be formed integrally with the inner body 60 to become either a homogeneous or non-homogeneous solid body.
The invention has been illustrated and described in detail in the drawings and foregoing description. The same is illustrative and not restrictive in character. Only the preferred embodiments have been shown and described. All changes and modifications that come within the spirit of the inventions are desired to be protected.
While the use of words such as preferable, preferably, preferred or more preferred utilized in the description indicate that the feature so described may be more desirable, such feature(s) may not be necessary. Embodiments lacking the same are within the scope of the invention as defined by the claims that follow. In reading the claims, it is intended that when words such as "a," "an," "at least
one," or "at least one portion" are used there is no intention to limit the claim to only one item unless specifically stated to the contrary in the claim. When the language "at least a portion" and/ or "a portion" is used the item can include a portion and/ or the entire item unless specifically stated to the contrary.
Claims
1. An ear tip comprising an annular flange having a first end, a second end, at least a portion of the flange having a non-circular cross section, the non-circular cross-section has a major axis and a minor axis, the major axis having a greater length than the minor axis, the flange at least partially occluding the ear canal from ambient noise and creating at least a partial air seal in the ear canal, the flange tapering to the first end from the second end, an inner body extending internally from the first end within the flange toward the second end, and an acoustic channel extending through the inner body.
2. The ear tip of claim 1 wherein the ratio of the greater length of the major axis to the minor axis is from about 1.1:1 to about 3:1.
3. The ear tip of claim 1 wherein the cross-section has at least one substantially uniform arc as it extends from the minor axis to the major axis.
4. The ear tip of claim 1 wherein the flange has a conical profile having two diameters dependent on a single axis.
5. The ear tip of claim 1 wherein the cross-section has at least one variable arc as it extends from the minor axis to the major axis.
6. The ear tip of claim 1 wherein the cross-section has at least one generally increasing radius as it extends from the minor axis to the major axis.
7. The ear tip of claim 1 where the cross-section is generally elliptical.
8. The ear tip of claim 1 wherein the cross-section is generally triangular shaped.
9. The ear tip of claim 1 wherein the flange has a generally teardrop shaped cross-section.
10. The ear tip of claim 1 wherein the flange comprises a substantially rigid material.
11. The ear tip of claim 1 wherein the flange comprises a flexible material.
12. The ear tip of claim 1 wherein the flange comprises a deformable material.
13. The ear tip of claim 1 wherein the flange comprises an elastic material.
14. The ear tip of claim 1 wherein the flange comprises a resilient material.
15. The ear tip of claim 1 wherein the acoustic channel is sized to accept an insert to attenuate ambient noise from entering the acoustic channel.
16. An ear tip comprising a plurality of flanges disposed at predetermined intervals along a common longitudinal axis, at least one of the flanges having generally decreasing sizes as the flanges transition to an insertable end of the ear tip, at least one of the flanges having a first end, a second end, and at least a partially non-circular cross section, the flanges at least partially occluding the ear canal from ambient noise and creating at least a partial air seal in the ear canal, the flanges tapering to the first end from the second end, an inner body at least partially extending internally within the flanges from the first end toward the second end, and an acoustic channel extending through the inner body.
17. The ear tip of claim 16 wherein at least one of the non-circular cross-sections has a major axis and a minor axis, the major axis having a greater length than the minor axis.
18. The ear tip of claim 16 wherein at least one of the cross-sections has at least one substantially uniform arc as it extends from the minor axis to the major axis.
19. The ear tip of claim 16 wherein at least one of the cross-sections has at least one variable arc as it extends from the minor axis to the major axis.
20. The ear tip of claim 16 wherein at least one of the cross-sections has at least one generally increasing radius as it extends from the minor axis to the major axis.
21. The ear tip of claim 16 where at least one of the cross-sections is generally elliptical.
22. The ear tip of claim 16 wherein at least one of the cross-sections is generally triangular shaped.
23. The ear tip of claim 16 wherein at least of the flanges has a generally teardrop shaped cross-section.
24. The ear tip of claim 16 wherein at least one the flanges has a conical profile having two diameters dependent on a single axis.
25. The ear tip of claim 16 wherein at least one of the flanges comprises a substantially rigid material.
26. The ear tip of claim 16 wherein at least one of the flanges comprises a flexible material.
27. The ear tip of claim 16 wherein at least one of the flanges comprises a deformable material.
28. The ear tip of claim 16 wherein at least one the flanges comprises an elastic material.
29. The ear tip of claim 16 wherein at least one of the flanges comprises a resilient material.
30. The ear tip of claim 16 wherein the acoustic channel is sized to accept an insert to attenuate ambient noise from entering the acoustic channel.
31. The ear tip of claim 16 wherein the longitudinal axis of at least one flange is positioned about 15 degrees to about 30 degrees relative to the longitudinal axis of another flange.
32. An ear tip comprising an annular flange having a first end, an open second end, at least a portion of which has a non-circular cross section, the flange at least partially occluding the ear canal from ambient noise and creating at least a partial pressure field in the ear canal, the flange tapering to the first end from the second end, and an inner body extending internally within the flange from the first end toward the second end.
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