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Ultrasonic transducer and manufacturing method thereof

US8198782B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 1, 2010
Grant dateJun 12, 2012
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Expiry dateApr 30, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB06B1/0292
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An ultrasonic transducer includes a first electrode, a second electrode, an insulating film disposed between the first and second electrodes, and a cavity disposed between the first and second electrodes. The insulating film includes a projection extending in the cavity, and a portion of the cavity is disposed between the projection and the first electrode. A portion of one of the first electrode and the second electrode has an opening corresponding to a position of the projection of the insulating film when viewed in plan view.

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