Omnidirectional Ultrasonic Microprobe Hydrophone.
Abstract
An omnidirectional ultrasonic microprobe hydrophone is disclosed. Applications include underwater mine detection, explosive shock testing, high wave number measurements, medical imaging, and therapeutic systems. The apparatus includes at least two lead zirconate titanate (PZT) pressure sensing elements having a plurality of columnar voids formed therein. The pressure sensing elements are deposited on a metallic or nonmetallic substrate which provides mechanical support for the microprobe hydrophone. Electrical connection to the pressure sensing elements is made by deposition of conductors and insulators on the substrate material. Wire bonds are used to attach wire leads for connection to a supporting structure containing a preamplifier. Line arrays and planar arrays of microprobe hydrophone elements are also disclosed. An omnidirectional ultrasonic microprobe hydrophone is disclosed.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 29, 1996
- Accession Number
- ADD018070
Entities
People
- Mark B. Moffett
Organizations
- United States Department of the Navy