Method and system for oblique backscattering ultrasound transmissive contrast imaging
US10641739B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 23, 2015 |
| Grant date | May 5, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 23, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N2291/044
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An Oblique Backscatter Ultrasound imaging system includes a transceiver that has an US source and a plurality of US detectors configured in receive signals off axis from the US source. While the system is arranged in a reflective configuration, the device produces transmissive contrast signals to yield improved images. The transceiver can be mounted to a movable stage or robotic arm to enable it to scan the surface of a target. Alternatively, scanning can be performed by 1D or 2D phased-array transmission or detection.
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