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Ultrasonic probe and method of manufacturing the same

US9827592B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 28, 2014
Grant dateNov 28, 2017
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Expiry dateFeb 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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