Abstract:
An ultrasonic image scanning system for scanning an organic object includes a container for containing a coupling medium for transmitting an ultrasonic signal to the organic object disposed therein whereby a simultaneous multiple direction scanning process may be carried out without physically contacting the organic object. The ultrasonic image scanning system further includes ultrasound transducers for transmitting the ultrasonic signal to the organic object through the coupling medium without asserting an image deforming pressure to the organic object. These transducers distributed substantially around a two-dimensional perimeter of the container and substantially at symmetrical angular positions at approximately equal divisions of 360 degrees over a two-dimensional perimeter of the container. The transducers are further movable over a vertical direction alone sidewalls of the container for a real time three dimensional (3D) image data acquisition. The container further includes sidewalls covered with a baffle layer for reducing an acoustic reverberation.
Abstract:
An ultrasonic image scanning system for scanning an organic object includes a container for containing a coupling medium for transmitting an ultrasonic signal to the organic object disposed therein whereby a simultaneous multiple direction scanning process may be carried out without physically contacting the organic object. The ultrasonic image scanning system further includes ultrasound transducers for transmitting the ultrasonic signal to the organic object through the coupling medium without asserting an image deforming pressure to the organic object. These transducers distributed substantially around a two-dimensional perimeter of the container and substantially at symmetrical angular positions at approximately equal divisions of 360 degrees over a two-dimensional perimeter of the container. The transducers are further movable over a vertical direction alone sidewalls of the container for a real time three dimensional (3D) image data acquisition. The container further includes sidewalls covered with a baffle layer for reducing an acoustic reverberation.
Abstract:
An acoustic transducer design having a slotted oval-shaped shell and active transducer elements located on the inner surface of the shell is disclosed. The design provides a high power, ultra-low frequency oval projector having a number of applications, including underwater seismic prospecting and fish mitigation.
Abstract:
A longitudinal vibrator assembly comprising at least one piezoceramic, magnetostrictive or electrostrictive transducer (130) having a coaxial housing (200a, 200b or 200c) comprised of at least one slotted or complete cylindrical flexural member vibrating in a circumferential or radial direction and excited by a solid state transduction material.
Abstract:
A transmitter arrangement for a sonar active transmit-receive system in which the transducer is controlled to provide a wave front which is more coherent in phase and power by the use of a feedback control signal from the transducers. The transducers are also made to have a constant output impedance which is of a relatively low value.
Abstract:
The specification discloses an underwater sonic beacon for marking the location of metallic structures such as underwater wellheads. The sonic beacon is powered by a galvanic cell formed by the water as the electrolyte, the metallic structure as one electrode, and a galvanic anode spaced from the metallic structure as the other electrode. An electronic oscillator circuit and electroacoustic transducer are connected as the load on the galvanic cell. The sonic beacon is provided extended lifetime by sequentially activated anodes which produce continuous electrical power.
Abstract:
A sound source for acoustic communication, navigation, and networking of an underwater glider may include a cylindrical body, a rigid front section disposed anteriorly to the cylindrical body, a plurality of metal rods, a resonant pipe surrounding the rods, and a rod-mounted piezo-ceramic transducer disposed between the body and the front section. Each rod may be attached at a first end to an anterior portion of the body and at a second end to a posterior portion of the front section. The pipe may be disposed between the body and the front section. The transducer may be disposed within the pipe. A posterior end of the pipe may be separated from the anterior portion of the body by a first orifice, and an anterior end of the pipe may be separated from the posterior portion of the front section by a second orifice.
Abstract:
Transducers and processes of forming the transducers are described. The transducers are produced as a monolithic body of a ceramic material and electrodes embedded in and encased by the ceramic material, with the ceramic material and the electrodes being co-fired to produce the monolithic body. By embedding the electrodes in the ceramic material, the ceramic material protects the electrodes and isolates the electrodes from the environment, eliminating or reducing the need for separate sealing or potting material to isolate the electrodes from the surrounding environment. In addition, unique transducer designs can be produced, and the electrodes can have configurations and can be located in the transducer in locations that are not possible with traditional transducer production techniques.
Abstract:
An apparatus and method associated with amplifying piezoelectric sonic and ultrasonic outputs is presented which provides high power output from piezoelectric devices, especially at high ultrasonic frequencies, in open air, which mitigates or eliminates overheating of the piezoelectric devices when stimulated at or near their peak outputs for extended periods. In addition, the invention provides a means of amplifying a piezoelectric sonic and ultrasonic device if a desired output power exceeds a normal maximum capability of the piezoelectric device.
Abstract:
In part, the invention relates to an immersible ultrasound probe having a substantially cylindrical shape and a circular or elliptical cross-section. Typically, the circumference of the probe and the length of the cylinder define an inner surface upon which rows and/or columns of transducer are disposed. This surface can also be formed from panels or modules. The transducers can be formed in unitary substrate and electrical connected to a MEMs device and a multiplexer. The inner surface defines a cavity having at least one opening sized to receive a body object. The inner surface configured to receive acoustic signals while immersed in a fluid.