Ultrasonic probe and method of manufacturing the same
US9827592B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 28, 2014 |
| Grant date | Nov 28, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 14, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/42
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Provided is an ultrasonic probe that is capable of easily dissipating heat generated therein using porous carbon allotrope foams. The ultrasonic probe includes: a matching layer; a piezoelectric layer disposed on a bottom surface of the matching layer; and a backing layer disposed on a bottom surface of the piezoelectric layer and formed of porous carbon allotrope foams and backing materials.
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