Pulse amplifier for driving ultrasound transducers
US9867999B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 15, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jan 16, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 15, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB06B2201/55
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Embodiments of the invention include improved radiofrequency (RF) pulse amplifier systems that incorporate an energy array comprising multiple capacitors connected in parallel. The energy array extends the maximum length of pulses and the maximum achievable peak power output of the amplifier when compared to similar systems. Embodiments also include systems comprising the amplifier configured to drive a load, wherein the load may include one or more ultrasound (e.g., piezoelectric) transducers Related methods of using the amplifier are also provided.
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