18534337. ULTRASONIC MICROPHONE AND ULTRASONIC ACOUSTIC RADIO simplified abstract (The Regents of the University of California)
Contents
- 1 ULTRASONIC MICROPHONE AND ULTRASONIC ACOUSTIC RADIO
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 ULTRASONIC MICROPHONE AND ULTRASONIC ACOUSTIC RADIO - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
ULTRASONIC MICROPHONE AND ULTRASONIC ACOUSTIC RADIO
Organization Name
The Regents of the University of California
Inventor(s)
Alexander K. Zettl of Kensington CA (US)
ULTRASONIC MICROPHONE AND ULTRASONIC ACOUSTIC RADIO - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18534337 titled 'ULTRASONIC MICROPHONE AND ULTRASONIC ACOUSTIC RADIO
Simplified Explanation
The patent application is related to an ultrasonic microphone and an ultrasonic acoustic radio. The system includes a transmitter and a receiver with a membrane made of a two-dimensional material to receive sound waves in the ultrasonic frequency range.
- The system includes a transmitter and a receiver.
- The receiver has a membrane made of a two-dimensional material.
- The membrane can be a single layer or multiple layers.
- The receiver operates in the ultrasonic frequency range to receive sound waves.
Potential Applications
The technology can be used in:
- Ultrasonic communication systems
- Underwater communication devices
- Medical imaging equipment
Problems Solved
- Improved sensitivity to ultrasonic frequencies
- Enhanced sound wave reception capabilities
- Increased efficiency in capturing and transmitting sound waves
Benefits
- Higher quality sound reception
- Improved communication in noisy environments
- Enhanced performance in medical imaging applications
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimized for:
- Underwater communication devices for divers
- Medical imaging equipment for hospitals
- Ultrasonic sensors for industrial applications
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be the use of traditional microphones and receivers for capturing sound waves, which may not be as efficient in the ultrasonic frequency range.
Unanswered Questions
How does the membrane made of a two-dimensional material impact the performance of the receiver?
The membrane's unique material composition may affect the sensitivity and accuracy of sound wave reception in the ultrasonic frequency range.
What specific frequency range does the system operate in, and how does this impact its usability in different applications?
Understanding the exact frequency range of the system can help determine its compatibility with various communication and imaging technologies.
Original Abstract Submitted
This disclosure provides systems, methods, and apparatus related to an ultrasonic microphone and an ultrasonic acoustic radio. In one aspect a system includes a transmitter and a receiver. The receiver comprises a membrane. The membrane comprises a single layer or multiple layers of a two-dimensional material. The receiver is operable to receive sound waves in a frequency range, with the frequency range being the ultrasonic frequency range.
