Pulse amplifier for driving ultrasound transducers

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9867999
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15309394

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Embodiments of the invention include improved radiofrequency (RF) pulse amplifier systems that incorporate an energy array comprising multiple capacitors connected in parallel. The energy array extends the maximum length of pulses and the maximum achievable peak power output of the amplifier when compared to similar systems. Embodiments also include systems comprising the amplifier configured to drive a load, wherein the load may include one or more ultrasound (e.g., piezoelectric) transducers Related methods of using the amplifier are also provided.

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  • THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN;UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON

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Bailey, Michael R Seattle, US 36 534
Cunitz, Bryan Seattle, US 11 56
Hall, Timothy L Ann Arbor, US 19 823
Khokhlova, Vera Seattle, US 10 59
Maxwell, Adam D Seattle, US 29 78

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