TYPES OF ELECTRONIC ARRAY TRANSDUCERS

Linear array transducer

produces parallel scan lines.

Linear array field of view

rectangular in shape.

Linear array image width

approximately equal to the length of the transducer head.

Linear array applications

used for vascular, small parts, and musculoskeletal imaging.

Linear array frequency

typically operates above 4 MHz.

Vascular Probe

Other term for Linear Array FrequencyTransducer

Convex array transducer

also known as curvilinear or abdominal probe.

Curvilinear transducer shape

convex design providing a wider field of view.

Curvilinear field of view

diverges with depth.

sector array

sometimes referred to Curvilinear Transducer

Curvilinear applications

used for abdominal and obstetric imaging.

Curvilinear frequency

typically operates at 3.5 MHz for deep structures.

Phased array transducer

flat-faced transducer with aligned elements.

Phased array feature

small footprint with wide field of view.

Phased array application

commonly used in cardiac ultrasound.

Phased array additional use

used in cranial ultrasound.