Ultrasonic oscillation control probe using Teflon tube and stainless steel wire.

Surface treatment technology using a megahertz ultrasonic oscillation control probe -- Improvement treatment of metal fatigue strength (relaxation and uniformization of surface residual stress) --

The Ultrasonic System Research Institute has developed methods for measuring, analyzing, and evaluating surface residual stress by applying the following technologies: 1) Manufacturing technology for ultrasonic probes 2) Evaluation technology for ultrasonic propagation conditions 3) Surface inspection technology using ultrasound Based on numerous achievements, we believe that various applications are possible as ultrasonic utilization technology, and we are making related technologies publicly available. Specific examples: Surface treatment know-how: Standard settings Output: 13-15V Rectangular wave: Duty 47.1% Sweep range: 500kHz - 13MHz, 2 seconds Settings for low-intensity targets (or long processing times): Output: 1-3V Rectangular wave: Duty 47.1% Sweep range: 300kHz - 3MHz, 1 second (or 100kHz - 5MHz, 1 second) Note: The oscillation conditions can vary significantly due to the ultrasonic propagation characteristics of the target object and the oscillation characteristics of the function generator. Ultrasonic propagation characteristics: 1) Detection of vibration modes (changes in self-correlation) 2) Detection of nonlinear phenomena (changes in bispectrum) 3) Detection of response characteristics (analysis of impulse response) 4) Detection of interactions (analysis of power contribution rates)

• Other measuring instruments
• Scientific Calculation and Simulation Software
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Analysis of sound pressure measurement data (autocorrelation, power spectrum, bispectrum, power contribution rate, impulse response, etc.) evaluation and technology.

The Ultrasonic System Research Institute has developed a technology to optimize ultrasonic propagation systems that enable control of resonance and nonlinear phenomena based on various analysis results of ultrasonic propagation states using an original ultrasonic system (sound pressure measurement analysis and oscillation control). In contrast to existing control technologies, this technology utilizes new measurement and evaluation parameters (note) related to the entire propagation path of ultrasonic vibrations, including various propagation tools, to achieve dynamic propagation states of ultrasound tailored to specific applications (cleaning, stirring, processing, etc.). This is a method and technology that can be applied immediately, and we offer it as consulting services (with increasing achievements in ultrasonic processing, precision cleaning at the nano level, stirring, etc.). Note: The original technology product (ultrasonic sound pressure measurement analysis system) measures, analyzes, and evaluates dynamic changes in the propagation state of water tanks, transducers, target objects, and tools. (Parameters: power spectrum, autocorrelation, bispectrum, power contribution rate, impulse response characteristics, etc.)

• Non-destructive testing
• Scientific Calculation and Simulation Software
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Technology for stirring, emulsifying, dispersing, and grinding at the nanoscale using techniques to control nonlinear phenomena of ultrasound.

The Ultrasonic System Research Institute has developed an effective stirring (emulsification, dispersion, grinding) technology utilizing "technology to control nonlinear phenomena of ultrasound (acoustic flow)." This technology controls ultrasound (cavitation, acoustic flow) by utilizing (evaluating) the ultrasonic propagation characteristics (analysis results) of indirect containers through surface inspection, ultrasonic tanks, and other items. Furthermore, it realizes effective ultrasonic (cavitation, acoustic flow) propagation states tailored to the structure, material, and acoustic properties of specific target objects, by controlling the oscillation of ultrasound in accordance with the interactions between glass containers, ultrasound, and target objects. In particular, the dynamic characteristics of harmonics through acoustic flow control enable responses at the nano level. It has been applied and developed from examples of dispersing metal powders to nanosize. November 2023: Developed ultrasonic oscillation control technology to control nonlinear phenomena. January 2024: Developed technology to measure, analyze, and evaluate the interactions of ultrasonic vibrations. February 2024: Developed surface treatment technology using megahertz ultrasound. April 2024: Developed optimization technology for resonance phenomena and nonlinear phenomena.

• Concrete admixture
• Non-destructive testing
• others

To stabilize the effects of cavitation, a statistical perspective is essential.

The Ultrasonic System Research Institute is developing technologies related to effective "measurement, analysis, and evaluation methods" utilizing a <statistical approach> in the field of ultrasonic applications. <About the statistical approach> Statistical mathematics has both abstract and concrete aspects, and through contact with concrete entities, abstract thoughts or methods are developed. This is the characteristic of statistical mathematics. Regarding ultrasonic research, "a statistical perspective is essential for stabilizing the effects of cavitation." <About models> Models are constructed with the aim of effectively advancing understanding, prediction, control, etc., regarding the subject. Constructing an accurate model is difficult, and discussions are always conducted using a suitably "rounded" representation of the complexity of the subject. In that sense, the process of constructing or building a model requires statistical thinking. Propagation characteristics of ultrasound: 1) Detection of vibration modes (changes in autocorrelation) 2) Detection of nonlinear phenomena (changes in bispectrum) 3) Detection of response characteristics (analysis of impulse response characteristics) 4) Detection of interactions (analysis of power contribution rates)

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- Technology for controlling oscillations of low-frequency resonance phenomena and high-frequency nonlinear phenomena -

<<Analysis and Evaluation of Ultrasonic Sound Pressure Data>> 1) Regarding time series data, we will analyze and evaluate the statistical properties of the measurement data (stability and changes of ultrasound) through feedback analysis using a multivariate autoregressive model. 2) The effects of the oscillation part due to ultrasonic oscillation will be analyzed and evaluated in terms of the response characteristics of ultrasonic vibration phenomena concerning the surface condition of the target object through impulse response characteristics and autocorrelation analysis. 3) The interaction between the oscillation and the target object (cleaning items, cleaning solution, water tank, etc.) will be evaluated through the analysis of power contribution rates. 4) Regarding the use of ultrasound (cleaning, processing, stirring, etc.), we will analyze and evaluate the dynamic characteristics of ultrasound based on the nonlinear phenomena (results of bispectral analysis) of the target object (propagation of surface elastic waves) or the ultrasound propagating in the target liquid, which are the main factors of the ultrasonic effect. This analytical method is realized based on past experiences and achievements, adapting the analysis techniques of time series data to the measurement data of ultrasound to capture the dynamic characteristics of complex ultrasonic vibrations. Ultrasonic propagation characteristics: 1) Detection of vibration modes 2) Detection of nonlinear phenomena 3) Detection of response characteristics 4) Detection of interactions

• Non-destructive testing
• Vibration and Sound Level Meter
• Scientific Calculation and Simulation Software

- Application of nanolevel stirring, emulsification, dispersion, and grinding technology to control nonlinear ultrasonic phenomena (acoustic flow) -

- Technology for controlling nonlinear ultrasonic phenomena for nano-level stirring, emulsification, dispersion, and grinding - Ultrasonic Treatment 1: "Nanonization of Powders" Ultrasonic Treatment 2: "Homogenization of Liquids and Improvement of Fluidity" The Ultrasonic System Research Institute has developed a technology for "homogenizing liquids and improving fluidity using ultrasonic technology," utilizing the "technology for controlling nonlinear ultrasonic phenomena (acoustic flow)." This technology controls ultrasonic (cavitation and acoustic flow) by utilizing (evaluating) the ultrasonic propagation characteristics (analysis results) of indirect containers, ultrasonic tanks, and other items through surface inspection. Furthermore, it realizes effective ultrasonic (cavitation and acoustic flow) propagation states tailored to the structure, material, and acoustic characteristics of specific target objects, in accordance with the interactions between glass containers, ultrasonic waves, and target objects, through the control of ultrasonic oscillation. In particular, the dynamic characteristics of harmonics achieved through acoustic flow control enable responses at the nano level. Ultrasonic Propagation Characteristics: 1) Vibration Modes (Self-Correlation) 2) Nonlinear Phenomena (Bicoherence) 3) Response Characteristics (Impulse Response) 4) Interactions (Power Contribution Rate)

• pump
• Water Treatment
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Development technology for dynamic control systems using ultrasound.

The Ultrasonic System Research Institute has developed a new nonlinear sweep oscillation control technology for ultrasound, utilizing the nonlinear vibration phenomena of surface elastic waves. Regarding complex vibration states: 1) Linear phenomena and nonlinear phenomena 2) Interactions and the acoustic characteristics of various components 3) Sound, ultrasound, and surface elastic waves 4) Low frequency and high frequency (harmonics and subharmonics) 5) Oscillation waveform and output balance 6) Oscillation control and resonance phenomena ... Based on the above, we optimize a new evaluation method for surface elastic waves using a statistical mathematical model based on sound pressure measurement data. Ultrasonic cleaning, processing, stirring, ... surface inspection, ... nanotechnology, ... applied research ... various responses are possible. Propagation characteristics of ultrasound: 1) Detection of vibration modes (changes in autocorrelation) 2) Detection of nonlinear phenomena (changes in bispectrum) 3) Detection of response characteristics (analysis of impulse response characteristics) 4) Detection of interactions (analysis of power contribution rates) Note: "R" is a free statistical processing language and environment. autcor: autocorrelation analysis function bispec: bispectrum analysis function mulmar: impulse response analysis function

• Water Treatment
• Analysis and prediction system
• others

- Technology for controlling low-frequency resonance phenomena and high-frequency nonlinear phenomena based on sound pressure measurement analysis and evaluation.

The Ultrasonic System Research Institute manufactures and sells an "Oscillation System (20MHz)" that allows for easy control of megahertz ultrasonic oscillation. System Overview (Ultrasonic Oscillation System (20MHz)) Contents (20MHz Type) - Two ultrasonic oscillation probes - One set of function generator - One set of operation manual (USB memory) Features (20MHz Type) - Ultrasonic oscillation frequency Specification: 20kHz to 25MHz (or 24MHz) - Output range: 5mVp-p to 20Vp-p - Sampling rate: 200MSa/s (or 250MSa/s) This system utilizes commercially available function generators. We will propose a quoted price with a function generator set according to your needs. Standard Reference Example Oscillation System 20MHz starting from 80,000 yen November 2024: Development of megahertz flow-type ultrasonic technology November 2024: Development of ultrasonic sound pressure data analysis and evaluation technology December 2024: Development of nonlinear oscillation control technology for ultrasonic probes January 2025: Development of megahertz flow-type ultrasonic system

• Non-destructive testing
• Vibration and Sound Level Meter
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Acoustic property test using ultrasound

The Ultrasonic System Research Institute offers custom-made ultrasonic probes that can control ultrasonic propagation states from 500 Hz to 900 MHz. We manufacture and develop original ultrasonic oscillation control probes tailored to specific purposes. The key point is the operational confirmation of the original probes. The responsiveness to dynamic changes in ultrasonic transmission and reception is the most important factor. This characteristic determines the range of applications for harmonics. Currently, we can accommodate the following ranges: Ultrasonic Probe: Outline Specifications Measurement Range: 0.01 Hz to 100 MHz Oscillation Range: 1 kHz to 25 MHz Propagation Range: 1 kHz to over 900 MHz Materials: Stainless steel, LCP resin, silicone, Teflon, glass, etc. Oscillation Equipment: Example - Function Generator By understanding the acoustic properties of metals, resins, glass, etc., we achieve propagation states tailored to specific purposes regarding sound pressure levels, frequencies, and dynamic characteristics through oscillation control. This is a new foundational technology for precision cleaning, processing, stirring, inspection, etc., based on measurement, analysis, and evaluation techniques for ultrasonic propagation states.

• Non-destructive testing
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Ultrasonic oscillation and control technology based on measurement and analysis using an ultrasonic tester.

The Ultrasonic System Research Institute has developed a technology to control nonlinear ultrasonic phenomena by utilizing the interactions generated from simultaneously oscillating two types of ultrasonic probes from one oscillation channel of a function generator. Note: Nonlinear (resonance) phenomena refer to the resonance phenomenon that occurs when the generation of harmonics produced by original oscillation control is realized at high amplitudes, resulting in ultrasonic vibration resonance. By optimizing the ultrasonic propagation characteristics of various materials according to their intended purpose, efficient ultrasonic oscillation control becomes possible. Through the measurement and analysis of sound pressure data from ultrasonic testers, this system technology allows for the dynamic changes of surface elastic waves to be controlled according to their intended use. In practical terms, multiple (two types of) ultrasonic probes generate multiple (two types of) oscillations (sweep oscillation, pulse oscillation), which create complex vibration phenomena (original nonlinear resonance phenomena), achieving high sound pressure at high frequency propagation states, or achieving low frequency propagation states with high sound pressure levels tailored to the desired natural frequency.

• Non-destructive testing
• Scientific Calculation and Simulation Software
• others

Dynamic control technology of ultrasound through sweeping oscillation of multiple ultrasonic probes.

The Ultrasonic System Research Institute has developed a classification method for the phenomenon of ultrasonic vibrations propagation through the measurement and analysis of ultrasonic propagation states. Based on this classification, we have developed a nonlinear sweep oscillation control technology for ultrasound using a nonlinear resonant ultrasonic oscillation probe. This ultrasonic sweep oscillation control technology dynamically controls the linear and nonlinear resonance effects according to the main frequency (power spectrum) related to the propagation state of the ultrasound, based on the dynamic characteristics (changes in nonlinear phenomena). From previous experiments and data measurement analyses, we have been able to classify effective utilization methods into the following four recommended controls: 1. Two types of sweep oscillation control (linear type) 2. Three types of sweep oscillation control (nonlinear type) 3. Four types of sweep oscillation control (mixed type) 4. Dynamic control (variable type) based on the combinations above. Furthermore, the variable type can be classified into the following three control types based on the sweep oscillation conditions: 1. Linear variable control type 2. Nonlinear variable control type 3. Mixed variable control type (dynamic variable type)

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In facilities operating nurse call systems, we have made bed exit sensors wireless, allowing them to notify in conjunction with the nurse call system. By simply connecting the mat sensor "Foldable Thin Matt-kun," the body movement call "Ugo-kun," and the wheelchair body movement call "Ayumi-chan" to the transmitter HB-RS, you can make the bed exit sensor wireless. The infrared sensor "Just Place Pole-kun" has the transmitter HB-RS built-in. This helps prevent accidents caused by falls, slips, or wandering, contributing to the efficiency of medical operations. 【Features】 ○ Wireless conversion by simply connecting existing sensors to the transmitter HB-WSK. ○ Bed exit sensors notify wirelessly in conjunction with the nurse call system. ○ Up to 5 transmitters can be registered with one receiver. ○ The communication distance between the transmitter and receiver is approximately 10 meters. ◎ For more details, please contact us or download the catalog.

To customers considering the introduction of vehicle detection sensors for parking lot construction, design, or management: Are you facing any challenges with current issues or selecting the right sensors for parking management? Hotron offers free materials that explain how to utilize vehicle detection sensors and the benefits of their introduction! ▽ Here is the lineup of materials ◉ Vehicle Detection Sensor Basic Guide This guide focuses on the challenges and solutions in parking lot operations, introducing the overview of vehicle detection sensors. ◉ Key Points for Introducing Vehicle Detection Sensors This material discusses the benefits of introduction based on installation locations and specific challenges. ◉ Case Studies of Vehicle Detection Sensor Implementation This document presents the challenges before implementation and the results after introduction. For more details, please download from our website and check it out. https://www.hotron.co.jp/download/

In recent times, there has been a growing interest in infection control measures and facility hygiene management. Our company offers non-contact sensor products that are recommended for commercial facilities, food factories, and nursing and caregiving facilities. 【Sensors for Automatic Doors】 ● Light Touch Sensor HA-T401 … When you wave your hand in front of the automatic door, the sensor detects the movement and opens or closes the door. This is recommended for making doors with touch switches non-contact. ● Hand Wave Sensor PF-R5, PF-U2, DHS-1 … Opens and closes the automatic door by waving your hand in front of the sensor. ● Foot Switch PF-01S/01D/03S/05 … Opens and closes the automatic door by placing your foot in the opening. 【Access Control System】 ● Face Recognition + Unmanned Temperature Measurement DS Series … Allows for face recognition along with mask detection and body temperature measurement simultaneously. ● Automatic Disinfectant Spray Dispenser PHW-03B … Automatically sprays disinfectant when you wave your hand in front of the sensor. 【Nursing and Care Sensors】 ● Infrared Bed Exit Sensor "Just Place It Pole-kun" … This bed exit sensor is installed next to the bed and notifies via nurse call when the subject enters the detection range. ◎ For more details, please download the catalog or contact us.

[To the owners of parking lots and parking lot construction companies] "I'm worried about not colliding with pedestrians when exiting the parking lot..." Among vehicle entrances to parking lots, stores, residences, and factories, particularly at entrances facing sidewalks or roadways, there is a risk of dangerous incidents such as collisions with pedestrians or between vehicles. To alleviate such concerns, Hotron proposes a [Vehicle Exit Warning Sensor] that detects vehicle departures using various sensors and alerts the surrounding area with LED lights and buzzers. The system consists of a simple configuration of "sensor" + "controller" + "switching power supply (24V)" + "LED rotating light." *Please note that a separate control panel is required to include the controller and switching power supply (24V) when using the exit warning system. *We kindly ask customers to arrange for the switching power supply (24V), LED rotating light, control panel, circuit breakers, etc. Since it can be retrofitted, it can also be used for existing parking lot entrances. We hope this will contribute to safer vehicle passage for everyone. ◎ For more details, please contact us or download the catalog.

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