Component ultrasound transducer
US8512250B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 29, 2008 |
| Grant date | Aug 20, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 11, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2007/027
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An ultrasound transducer having multiple focal zones is described. In one embodiment there is an ultrasound transducer manufactured as a single piece but having two or more focal zones. In a second embodiment there is a transducer assembly combining a high frequency and low frequency transducer. In a third embodiment there is an interchangeable assembly allowing for different ultrasound transducers to be used based on procedural needs. Variations of each embodiment are also disclosed.
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