Multi-dimensional transducer array and method with air separation
AssigneeAcuson Corporation
InventorsJohn P. Mohr, III, Worth B. Walters, Sevig Ayter
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AssigneeAcuson Corporation
InventorsJohn P. Mohr, III, Worth B. Walters, Sevig Ayter
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Multiple layer elements for a transducer array are provided. Each element comprises two or more layers of transducer material. Various of the elements include one or more of: (1) multiple-layer, multiple-dimensional arrays where the layers are electrically connected through asperity contact, (2) multiple layer array of elements where air or gas separates at least two elements, (3) an even number of layers polymerically bonded together where each layer is electrically connected through asperity contact, (4) multiple-layers where each layer comprises transducer material and electrodes in a substantially same configuration, and (5) electrically isolating electrodes on layers by kerfing or cutting after bonding the layers together.
A multi-dimensional transducer array comprising:
A partially manufactured multidimensional transducer array comprising:
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