What Does A Cochlear Implant Sound Like?

The video explores the functionality and perception of sound through cochlear implants, devices that help those with profound hearing loss or deafness hear speech by bypassing the ear and directly stimulating the cochlea with electrical currents. Unlike hearing aids, cochlear implants do not amplify sound but convert it into electrical signals. The video explains the components of cochlear implants, their limitations in replicating natural sound, and the challenges users face, such as difficulty in understanding tonal languages. Despite these challenges, cochlear implants provide a means for users to understand speech.

Describe the components of a cochlear implant and their roles.

What are some ongoing research efforts related to cochlear implants?