Title :
Algorithm for the nonlinear propagation of acoustic beams from phased arrays and nonplanar sources
Author :
Christopher, Ted
fDate :
11/1/2006 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
A multistage algorithm is presented to allow for the convenient and accurate computation of the finite amplitude-distorted acoustic fields produced by phased arrays and nonplanar sources. The algorithm also allows for non-normal (angled) beam computations
Keywords :
acoustic arrays; acoustic wave propagation; nonlinear acoustics; acoustic beams; finite amplitude-distorted acoustic fields; multistage algorithm; nonlinear propagation; nonnormal angled beam computations; nonplanar sources; phased arrays; Absorption; Acoustic arrays; Acoustic beams; Acoustic distortion; Acoustic propagation; Apertures; Geometry; Grid computing; Nonlinear distortion; Phased arrays;
Journal_Title :
Ultrasonics, Ferroelectrics, and Frequency Control, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TUFFC.2006.159
