Photoacoustic computed tomography with a biplanar acoustic reflector
US10653321B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 12, 2014 |
| Grant date | May 19, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 23, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2562/0204
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems and methods for improving limited-view photoacoustic tomography using an acoustic reflector are described. In particular, an acoustic reflector and ultrasonic transducer array are integrated to provide a virtual array that enhances the field of view of the ultrasonic transducer array, thereby improving the quality of photoacoustic tomography images obtained using the systems and methods described herein.
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