Q: How is the market benefiting from diverse applications of
ultrasonic sensors?
A: Over the years, ultrasonic sensing technologies have become more
mature and are increasingly used across an array of engineering and
basic science domains. Furthermore, many of the conventional and
sophisticated ultrasonic instruments, devices, and software are
commercialized and are used in medical and industrial applications.
The outstanding capability of ultrasonic sensors to probe inside
objects without having any negative impact on them, has been a key
factor fuelling their demand worldwide.
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In engineering, medical, and physics, ultrasonic sensors are mainly
used in various nondestructive evaluations such as quantitative
characterization of materials, structural health monitoring, and
inspections of industrial structures. Ultrasonic sensors are also
used to design and develop novel and more effective technologies for
use in nondestructive evaluations.
Apart from this, the automotive industry also has been exhibiting
rising application of ultrasonic sensors. Rapid urbanization has
spurred the demand for improved parking assistance and better vehicle
safety. Changing government regulations encouraging the
implementation of smart traffic management are also creating
lucrative opportunities for the global ultrasonic sensors market.
Q: What recent advances in healthcare technology are boosting
applications of ultrasonic sensors?
A: Across healthcare organizations worldwide, scientists are
integrating humanoid technology with patient care. Case in point:
Pepper is the name of the newest member on the staff of a Belgian
hospital. She joined the medical team of Ostend Hospital AZ Damiaan
as a receptionist. Her creator, Zora Bots – a Belgian company, is
expecting Pepper to be extremely helpful in the recovery of patients.
The University of California, San Francisco Medical Center located at
Mission Bay has launched a fleet of 27 robots, named Tugs. These
robots have been roaming the hallways of the center since February
2015. They can travel 12 miles a day on an average delivering
surgical tools in operating room specimens to pathology, linens to
rooms, and meals and medications to patients. Robots like Pepper and
Tugs operate through Wi-fi systems. They navigate through hallways
and hospital centers using infrared and ultrasonic sensors.
The evolution of such healthcare technology has not only made medical
services more accessible but also facilitated uninterrupted
monitoring of patient’s health. Without the integration of
ultrasonic sensors, these advances would have remained a distant
dream.
