Our Technique with cMUT at Stanford
2D schematic of a
 capacitive micromachined ultrasound transducer
2D array
 AC voltage generates pressure wave Emitter
 Changing capacitance generates current – Receiver
Promises:
 Electronic integration for portable design
 Faster response time than thin film PZT
 Broad bandwidth, high sensitivity and low mechanical
  impedance
Challenge:  PACKAGING!