Ultrasound Transducers perform (2) main functions:

1). During transmission, electrical energy from the u/s system is converted into sound.

2).During reception, the reflected sound pulse is converted into electricity.

There are 6 main types of transducers

1. Mechanical

2. Linear Phased Arrays

3. Annular Phased Arrays

4. Linear Sequential Arrays

5. Convex/Curved/Curvilinear Arrays

6. Vector Arrays

Throughout these slides, I will be discussing what each transducer is and what roles they play in ultrasound. Please follow along to find out more interesting facts "all about ultrasound probes".

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The “probe indicator” on the ultrasound probe can be identified as an orientation marker (ridge, indentation, groove, or nub) on one side of the probe. This corresponds to the indicator or orientation marker on the ultrasound image.