Description:
- Medical imaging, including OB/GYN, cardiology, radiology, and urology
- Super-resolution imaging
- Small animal imaging
Abstract
USC inventors have developed a 2D array transducer design able to produce real-time 2D and 3D ultrasound images. When used in tandem with additional signal processing and beamforming techniques, the device can generate images of equal quality to the gold standard fully connected array. With its streamlined design, the invention also lends itself to easier manufacturing than a fully connected array.
Benefit
- Simplified design
- Easier to manufacture than fully-connected arrays
- Comparable image quality when proper signal processing and beamforming techniques are employed
Market Application
Ultrasound imaging is widely used in various medical specialties, including obstetrics and gynecology, cardiology, radiology, and urology, among others. Ultrasound arrays play a crucial role in enabling high- quality imaging and improving diagnostic capabilities. Fully-connected arrays are the state-of-the-art in high-resolution ultrasound technology, but their cost, complexity, and size all limit their applicability. Accordingly, the need for a high-quality yet simple and affordable ultrasound technology remains.
Publications
Other
Stage of Development
- Proof of concept design demonstrated
- Available for licensing