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Methods and systems for ultrasonic coupling using ultrasonic radiation pressure

US8127614B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 3, 2009
Grant dateMar 6, 2012
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Expiry dateMay 22, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N29/28
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Apparatus and methods for ultrasonic coupling using ultrasonic radiation pressure generating are provided. Ultrasonic energy is generated to propagate in the form of ultrasonic waves in a medium coupled to a second element. The ultrasonic energy is converged in the medium to couple the medium to an object located at a distance from the second element. Additional apparatus and methods are disclosed.

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