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B-mode registration: a new procedure for analyzing errors.

M F Insana·A Goldstein
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The theory of a new B-mode registration test procedure is presented along with experimental verification of the detailed theoretical predictions. The new procedure separately tests the B-scan articulated arm calibration and the equipment acoustic velocity calibration. Readily verifiable secondary standards are incorporated into the procedure for self-calibration purposes. The procedure provides a specific and reproducible analysis of angular misregistration errors while maintaining an acceptable level of sensitivity. No coupling gels or oils operator skill is required. A special test has been found which permits the service person to verify that the equipment is capable of attaining proper B-mode registration before beginning the recalibration procedure.

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M F Insana, A Goldstein. B-mode registration: a new procedure for analyzing errors.. https://doi.org/10.1118/1.594732

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