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Multi-beam tracking for angle error correction in speed of sound estimations

US4878500A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 13, 1988
Grant dateNov 7, 1989
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Expiry dateJul 13, 2008

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01S15/8913
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

This invention relates to a method for correcting angle error present in in vivo sound velocity estimations. More particularly, this invention relates to a method for estimating the angle of misdirection of a tracked ultrasound beam used in sound velocity measurements in conjunction with multi-tracking ultrasound beams.

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