Analysis of Ultrasound Transducer Probe and Alternate Material for Its Foot Print

Abstract

A 128-element color ultrasound transducer probe (Sonoray - DS50PLUS-C352UB) compatible with any machine is analyzed. Various coating methods were discussed; the footprint is coated with TiO2 by the dip coating method, and characterization is done simultaneously. Curvilinear ultrasound transducer probe is most used to scan the abdomen part of the human body. Its characteristics were analyzed to find an appropriate alternate nanomaterial to be coated over its footprint to make the device a cost-effective one with even better output. Before and after the nanomaterial is coated, Fesem, EDS, and XRD tests were done over the transducer footprint. The dip coating method is easier, quicker, and cheaper but less effective among various coating methods.