Ultrasonic transducer for flow measurement
US11806749B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 28, 2021 |
| Grant date | Nov 7, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 1, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01F1/662
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An ultrasonic transducer is provided. The ultrasonic transducer can be configured for flow metering applications and can include a head mass, a tail mass, and a spanning element joining the head mass with the tail mass. At least one cavity can be created in the head mass, tail mass, or spanning element using additive manufacturing. A method of manufacturing is also provided. The method of manufacturing can include forming a head mass utilizing a first process of additive manufacturing. The method of manufacturing can also include forming a tail mass utilizing a second process or additive manufacturing. The method of manufacturing can further include joining the head mass and the tail mass by a spanning element.
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