High-performance acoustic microscope
- 1 October 1986
- journal article
- Published by AIP Publishing in Review of Scientific Instruments
- Vol. 57 (10) , 2568-2576
- https://doi.org/10.1063/1.1139061
Abstract
A commercial scanning acoustic microscope operating in the frequency range of 50–2000 MHz is described. It has a stable scan mechanism suitable for the high-frequency end to give high-resolution images and modes to allow for material characterization at the low-frequency end. The high-frequency electronics permitting a wideband operation with a variety of acoustic lenses are described. Microprocessors control many parts of the the instrument to release the user from the routine adjustments, resulting in a user-friendly interface. Images are presented to show the resolution and penetration abilities of the instrument at several frequencies, along with comparative optical images.Keywords
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