18663386. PRESSURE WAVE GENERATING ELEMENT simplified abstract (Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.)
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PRESSURE WAVE GENERATING ELEMENT
Organization Name
Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
Inventor(s)
Kohei Fukamachi of Nagaokakyo-shi (JP)
PRESSURE WAVE GENERATING ELEMENT - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18663386 titled 'PRESSURE WAVE GENERATING ELEMENT
The patent application describes a pressure wave generating element with multiple layers and electrodes for generating pressure waves.
- The element includes a solid insulating layer with metal layers on each side, separated by the insulating layer.
- Electrodes are connected to the metal layers on each end to facilitate the generation of pressure waves.
- The design allows for controlled and efficient generation of pressure waves for various applications.
Potential Applications:
- Medical devices for non-invasive treatments
- Industrial equipment for material processing
- Acoustic devices for sound generation
Problems Solved:
- Efficient generation of pressure waves
- Controlled pressure wave output
Benefits:
- Precise control over pressure wave generation
- Versatile applications in various industries
Commercial Applications:
- Medical device industry for therapeutic treatments
- Industrial sector for material processing equipment
- Acoustic technology for sound production
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the design of the pressure wave generating element improve efficiency? 2. What are the potential limitations of this technology in industrial applications?
Frequently Updated Research: Research on the optimization of pressure wave generation for specific applications is ongoing in the field of acoustics and medical technology.
Original Abstract Submitted
A pressure wave generating element that includes: a first solid insulating layer having a first principal surface; a first metal layer on the first principal surface of the first solid insulating layer; a second metal layer disposed at a distance from the first metal layer in a thickness direction of the first solid insulating layer such that the first solid insulating layer is located between the first metal layer and the second metal layer; a first electrode electrically connected to a first end side of the first metal layer and a second end side of the second metal layer; and a second electrode electrically connected to a third end side of the first metal layer and a fourth end side of the second metal layer.
