luuhõrenemisena

Luuhõrenemisena, also known as bone conduction, is a method of transmitting sound through vibrations in the bones of the skull. Instead of sound waves traveling through the air and eardrum to reach the inner ear, bone conduction bypasses these outer and middle ear structures. The vibrations are picked up by the bones of the skull, which then transmit them directly to the cochlea, the auditory part of the inner ear.

This phenomenon can be experienced naturally. For example, when you chew food, the vibrations from your jawbone can be heard internally. Similarly, if you hum with your fingers covering your ears, you can perceive the sound through bone conduction.

Bone conduction technology is utilized in various applications. Hearing aids sometimes incorporate bone conduction principles for individuals with certain types of hearing loss, particularly when the outer or middle ear is damaged. Bone conduction headphones are another common application. These devices rest on the cheekbones or mastoid bone behind the ear and transmit audio signals as vibrations. This is beneficial for situations where it's important to remain aware of ambient sounds, such as cycling or running, or for individuals with specific hearing impairments that prevent them from using traditional in-ear or over-ear headphones. The perceived sound quality can differ from air conduction, and some users may require an adjustment period to become accustomed to it.