Ultrasound radiating members for catheter

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 6921371
APP PUB NO 20040077976A1
SERIAL NO

10684845

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A method comprises providing a substantially planar slab of piezoelectric material having a top surface. The method further comprises drilling a plurality of holes through the top surface and into the slab. The method further comprises making a plurality of cuts through the top surface and into the slab. The cuts form a plurality of polygons that are generally centered about one of the holes. The method further comprises plating the slab with an electrically conductive material. The method further comprises removing the electrically conductive material from the top surface of the slab. The method further comprises cutting the slab substantially parallel to the top surface.

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  • EKOS CORPORATION

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Wilson, Richard R Seattle, WA 68 5194

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