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Word: maico (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1943-1943
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They are now being replaced in a number of industries by made-to-measure ear mufflers of smooth plastic, put out by Manhattan's Maico, Inc., an adaptation of their main product-hearing aids. An impression is taken of the outer folds and canal entrance of the ear. From this cast a polished plastic plug is made which extends into the auditory canal, is locked in place by a lip which fits over the helix (rim of the external ear). Light and clean, the plug is easily inserted with a twisting motion, cannot be pushed in too far, leaves...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Science: Ear Mufflers | 1/25/1943 | See Source »

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