Manufacturing Technology of Ultrasonic Probes - Application of Measurement, Analysis, and Evaluation Techniques for Ultrasonic Propagation States -

Application technologies of <control, measurement, analysis, evaluation> using ultrasonic testers.

The Ultrasonic System Research Institute has developed a new ultrasonic characteristic evaluation technology using megahertz ultrasonic oscillation, based on the analysis results of ultrasonic data propagating on the surface of target objects. This method applies measurement and analysis technology for "sound pressure and vibration" controlled by ultrasonic probe oscillation. We provide consulting and evaluation technology explanations tailored to the development of ultrasonic probes suited to the target object's surface propagation vibration modes. This is an application of new ultrasonic oscillation control technology. By utilizing nonlinear phenomena related to megahertz ultrasonic propagation states that match the acoustic characteristics of the target object, it is possible to detect new features regarding the surface condition of the target object. In particular, it serves as a fundamental technology for surface inspection of substrate components and preliminary evaluation of precision cleaning parts, utilizing response characteristics derived from combinations of oscillation and reception, establishing new evaluation parameters for ultrasonic vibrations. By constructing and modifying a logical model based on the measurement, analysis, and evaluation of the dynamic characteristics of ultrasonic surface elastic wave propagation phenomena, we have enabled effective utilization tailored to the objectives (evaluation).

• Non-destructive testing
• Other measuring instruments
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Ultrasonic control technology based on the classification of nonlinear phenomena in which ultrasonic vibrations propagate.

The Ultrasonic System Research Institute has developed a classification method for the phenomenon of ultrasonic vibration propagation by analyzing measurement data of ultrasonic propagation states using bispectral analysis. The method developed in this instance estimates the linear and nonlinear resonance effects based on the dynamic characteristics (changes in nonlinear phenomena) of the main frequencies (power spectrum) related to the ultrasonic propagation state. From previous data analysis, we have been able to classify effective utilization methods into the following four types: 1: Linear type 2: Nonlinear type 3: Mixed type 4: Variable type There are numerous successful cases of device development and control settings based on each of the above types. This technology will be offered as a consulting service. Ultrasonic propagation characteristics: 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) 4) Detection of interactions (analysis of power contribution rates) Note: The following tools will be used for analysis. Note: "R" is a free statistical processing language and environment.

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Development and manufacturing technology of new ultrasonic propagation tools using iron plating technology - Iron plating treatment: Nippon Barrel Industry Co., Ltd.

The Ultrasonic System Research Institute has developed manufacturing technology for ultrasonic probes that can control ultrasonic propagation states from 500 Hz to 900 MHz, utilizing the iron plating technology of Japan Barrel Industry Co., Ltd. We have developed new ultrasonic propagation tools (ultrasonic probes, etc.). This ultrasonic technology is available for consulting. Ultrasonic Probe: Overview Specifications - Measurement Range: 0.01 Hz to 200 MHz - Oscillation Range: 1.0 kHz to 25 MHz - Propagation Range: 0.5 kHz to over 900 MHz (analysis confirmation) - Materials: Stainless steel, LCP resin, silicon, Teflon, glass, etc. - Oscillation Equipment: Example - Function Generator Regarding usage, the key point is the setting of various parameters utilizing the characteristics of a discrete-value function generator through digital control. By using a nonlinear resonant ultrasonic oscillation probe, the control range of sound pressure levels due to resonance phenomena is greatly expanded, which is significantly different from conventional resonance phenomena. This allows for the optimization of control settings based on sound pressure measurement analysis, avoiding phenomena such as damage or destruction.

• Analysis and prediction system
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Original ultrasonic probe for megahertz ultrasonic sweep oscillation and pulse oscillation system.

The Ultrasonic System Research Institute (Location: Hachioji City, Tokyo) has developed ultrasonic oscillation control technology that enables the use of ultrasonic propagation states above 900 MHz with oscillation below 20 MHz by utilizing a function generator and an original ultrasonic oscillation probe in relation to ultrasonic cleaners. This is a new application technology for precision cleaning, processing, and stirring based on the measurement, analysis, evaluation, and technology of ultrasonic propagation states. By utilizing the acoustic properties (surface elastic waves) of various materials, ultrasonic stimulation to the target object can be controlled with an ultrasonic output of less than 20W, even in a 5000-liter water tank. It was developed as an application method for nonlinear phenomena through an engineering (experimental and technical) perspective on elastic waves and an abstract algebraic ultrasonic model. Ultrasonic Probe: Outline Specifications - Measurement Range: 0.01 Hz to 200 MHz - Oscillation Range: 1.0 kHz to 25 MHz - Propagation Range: 0.5 kHz to over 900 MHz (confirmation of acoustic pressure data analysis) - Material: Stainless steel, LCP resin, silicon, Teflon, glass, etc. - Oscillation Equipment: Example - Function Generator - Measurement Equipment: Example - Oscilloscope

• Non-destructive testing
• Scientific Calculation and Simulation Software
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We will disclose the manufacturing know-how of ultrasonic probes - applying feedback analysis technology, ultrasonic sound pressure data analysis technology.

The Ultrasonic System Research Institute manufactures and sells the "Ultrasonic Tester NA (Recommended Type)," which makes ultrasonic measurement and analysis easy. We provide manufacturing technology and data analysis evaluation technology, including know-how for this system. System Overview (Recommended System: Ultrasonic Tester NA) Contents: - One dedicated probe for measuring sound pressure of ultrasonic cleaners - One general-purpose ultrasonic measurement probe - One oscilloscope set - One set of analysis software, manuals, and various installation sets Features: - Measurement (analysis) frequency range: Specification from 0.1 Hz to 10 MHz - Ultrasonic oscillation: Specification from 1 Hz to 100 kHz - Capable of measuring surface vibrations - Continuous measurement for 24 hours - Simultaneous measurement of any two points - Measurement results displayed in graphs - Analysis software for time-series data included This is a measurement system using ultrasonic probes. The ultrasonic probe is attached to the target object for oscillation and measurement. The measured data is analyzed considering position, state, and elastic waves, detecting various acoustic performances.

• Water Treatment
• Measurement and analysis equipment leasing and rental
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Technology to control low-frequency resonance phenomena and high-frequency nonlinear phenomena.

The Ultrasonic System Research Institute has developed technology to manufacture ultrasonic probes that can control ultrasonic propagation states from 500 Hz to over 500 MHz, tailored to specific applications. Ultrasonic Probe: Overview Specifications Measurement Range: 0.01 Hz to 200 MHz Oscillation Range: 1.0 kHz to 25 MHz Propagation Range: 0.5 kHz to over 900 MHz (confirmed through acoustic pressure data analysis) Materials: Stainless steel, LCP resin, silicon, Teflon, glass, etc. Oscillation Equipment: Example - Function Generator By understanding the acoustic properties of metals, resins, glass, etc., and through oscillation control, we achieve propagation states tailored to specific purposes regarding acoustic pressure levels, frequencies, and dynamic characteristics. This is a new foundational technology for precision cleaning, processing, stirring, and inspection based on measurement, analysis, and evaluation techniques for ultrasonic propagation states. By utilizing the acoustic properties of various materials, ultrasonic stimulation can be controlled for structures and machine tools weighing several tons, even in a 3000-liter water tank, with ultrasonic output below 20 W. It was developed as an application method for nonlinear phenomena through an engineering (experimental and technical) perspective on elastic waves and an abstract algebraic ultrasonic model.

• Water Treatment
• Other measuring instruments
• others

Regarding sound pressure measurement data, a classification and evaluation technique for ultrasonic propagation states using feedback solutions of time-series data—self-correlation and bispectrum.

The Ultrasonic System Research Institute has been manufacturing and selling measurement and analysis systems for ultrasonic vibrations since April 2012. The system allows for visual confirmation of the nonlinear phenomena of ultrasound (acoustic streaming) and cavitation effects through graphs, considering elastic wave propagation in the analysis of the measured data. To account for the "nonlinear phenomena" in the complex variations of ultrasonic usage conditions, we analyze the autocorrelation and bispectrum using autoregressive models of time series data to evaluate and apply these changes. We have realized numerous new utilization methods according to various purposes. Ultrasonic propagation characteristics: 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 - mulnos: power contribution rate analysis function

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

Consulting support for the development of ultrasonic devices based on technology that controls surface acoustic waves through surface treatment of ultrasonic probe piezoelectric elements.

The Ultrasonic System Research Institute manufactures and sells ultrasonic systems utilizing the following original products: 1) Sound Pressure Measurement and Analysis System (Ultrasonic Tester) 2) Megahertz Ultrasonic Oscillation Control Probe 3) Ultrasonic Oscillation System (20 MHz type) Features of the Sound Pressure Measurement and Analysis System: Ultrasonic Tester 200 MHz type * Measurement (analysis) frequency range Specification: 0.01 Hz to 200 MHz * Capable of measuring surface vibrations * Continuous measurement for 24 hours * Simultaneous measurement of any two points * Display of measurement results in graph form * Includes software for time-series data analysis Overview Specifications of the Ultrasonic Probe Measurement range: 0.01 Hz to 200 MHz Oscillation range: 0.5 kHz to 25 MHz Propagation range: 0.5 kHz to over 900 MHz (confirmed and evaluated through analysis) Materials: Stainless steel, LCP resin, silicone, Teflon, glass, etc. Oscillation equipment example: Function generator Propagation Characteristics of the Ultrasonic Probe 1) Detection of vibration modes 2) Detection of nonlinear phenomena 3) Detection of response characteristics 4) Detection of interactions

• Non-destructive testing
• Other measuring instruments
• Other analytical equipment

A megahertz ultrasonic oscillation control probe that enables the utilization of ultrasonic propagation conditions from 1 to 900 MHz.

The Ultrasonic System Research Institute has developed a megahertz ultrasonic oscillation control probe that enables the utilization of ultrasonic propagation states from 1 to 900 MHz by combining it with a function generator for controlling ultrasonic propagation states. This is a new application technology based on measurement, analysis, and evaluation techniques of ultrasonic propagation states for precision cleaning, processing, stirring, and inspection. By utilizing the acoustic properties (surface elastic waves) of various materials, ultrasonic stimulation can be controlled for structures and machine tools weighing several tons, even in a 3000-liter water tank, with ultrasonic output below 20W. It was developed as an application method for nonlinear phenomena through an engineering (experimental and technical) perspective on elastic waves and an abstract algebraic ultrasonic model. The key point is the technology for utilizing surface elastic waves on the surface of ultrasonic elements. By confirming the propagation characteristics of ultrasonic waves depending on the conditions of the target object, it is important to address it as an original nonlinear resonance phenomenon. Note 1: Propagation characteristics of ultrasonic waves include nonlinear characteristics, response characteristics, fluctuation characteristics, and effects due to interactions.

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- 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
• others

- Surface modification technology (stress relaxation and uniformity) through nonlinear oscillation control of original ultrasonic probes -

The Ultrasonic System Research Institute has made it possible to control the nonlinear propagation state of ultrasound by utilizing measurement, analysis, and control technologies related to the propagation state of ultrasound as the acoustic characteristics of the target object. As a result, we have developed and advanced technology to efficiently alleviate residual stress on the surface of components. This technology for alleviating surface residual stress improves fatigue strength against metal fatigue and achieves uniformity in various surface treatments. In particular, by considering the guided waves (surface elastic waves) of the target object in the setting and control of the ultrasonic propagation state, we have developed control methods and tools that realize effective dynamic changes in the target object as stimuli that include nonlinear phenomena. We have confirmed a wide range of effects on various types of metal parts, resin parts, and powder materials. This is a new surface treatment technology using ultrasound, which, including the general effects based on acoustic characteristics, can be utilized and developed as a distinctive inherent operational technology for the development of new materials, stirring, dispersion, cleaning, and chemical reaction experiments.

• Other analytical equipment

Utilizing nonlinear phenomena related to megahertz ultrasonic propagation states.

The Ultrasonic System Research Institute has developed a new surface inspection technology using megahertz ultrasonic oscillation based on its track record of analyzing ultrasonic data propagating on the surface of target objects. This method applies measurement and analysis technology for "sound pressure and vibration" controlled by ultrasonic probe oscillation. We provide consulting and evaluation technology explanations tailored to the development of ultrasonic probes that match the target object's surface vibration modes. This is an application of new ultrasonic oscillation control technology. By utilizing nonlinear phenomena related to megahertz ultrasonic propagation states that correspond to the acoustic characteristics of the target object, it is possible to detect new features regarding the surface condition of the target object. In particular, it serves as a fundamental technology for surface inspection of substrate components and preliminary evaluation of precision cleaning parts, utilizing response characteristics derived from combinations of oscillation and reception, establishing new evaluation parameters for ultrasonic vibration. By constructing and modifying a logical model based on measurements, analyses, and evaluations of the dynamic characteristics of ultrasonic surface elastic wave propagation phenomena, we have enabled effective use tailored to the objectives (evaluation).

• Analysis and prediction system
• Other measuring instruments
• Scientific Calculation and Simulation Software

An article has been published about the case of introducing the expense reimbursement system "Rakuraku Seisan" at TSP Corporation. ~ In the case of TSP ~ Before the introduction, there were challenges such as dealing with the "paper" sent from various locations and the reliance on specific individuals for the tasks. After the introduction, the input and checking of FB data, which used to take 2 to 3 hours, can now be completed in just 5 minutes. Additionally, the mindset of the accounting department, which was previously reliant on manual entry, has changed. [Case Overview] ■ Challenges before introduction - Dealing with "paper" sent from various locations, reliance on specific individuals ■ Key points of introduction - A robust support system for setup and operation - Easy to start from a small scale both financially and functionally *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

The facility operating the nurse call system has made the bed exit sensor wireless, allowing it to notify in conjunction with the nurse call. 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. 【Features】 ○ Wireless conversion by simply connecting existing sensors to the transmitter HB-WSK. ○ The bed exit sensor notifies wirelessly in conjunction with the nurse call. ○ 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.

Full and empty management refers to the real-time display of parking availability and the management of efficient use of parking spaces. By utilizing Hotron's sensors, drivers can quickly discover available parking spaces, achieving efficient parking lot operations. ■ For large parking lots, the "floor management method" and "block management method," which focus on cost reduction, are recommended. Sensors are installed at regular intervals to count the number of vehicles passing through. This method offers the advantage of easy installation and low costs. 【Target Products】 - Vehicle Count Sensor CCS2 - Ultrasonic Sensor HM-UX2/UW2 ■ For smaller scale operations, the "space management method," which installs sensors in each parking space to display availability with high accuracy, is recommended. By ensuring accurate full and empty displays, it helps prevent unnecessary entry of new vehicles and enables safe parking lot operations. 【Target Products】 - Occupancy Detection Sensor HM-UX2/UW2 - Occupancy/Pass Detection Sensor HM-LC6 - Occupancy Detection Sensor HM-LC7/LC7-FLS - Occupancy/Pass Detection Sensor HM-S6 - Occupancy Detection Sensor HM-S8

Castem Co., Ltd. will exhibit at the "Monozukuri World Osaka - Mechanical Components Technology Exhibition" held at Intex Osaka from Wednesday, October 1 to Friday, October 3, 2025. We will showcase lost-wax precision casting and MIM (Metal Injection Molding) products, as well as introduce our new technology, mold-less casting "Digital Cast." In addition to our popular casting demonstrations, we will present case studies on solving issues related to metal parts. Please utilize our "Technical Consultation Booth" to learn about optimal manufacturing methods tailored to your needs, from ultra-small lots to mass production. 【Exhibition Overview】 Dates: October 1 (Wed) - October 3 (Fri), 2025, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Venue: Intex Osaka (1-5-102 Nanko-Kita, Suminoe-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture) Exhibition Booth Number: Hall 6, B Hall 51-1 Pre-registration allows for smooth entry. It is convenient to register via the URL below before your visit. We sincerely look forward to your attendance. https://www.manufacturing-world.jp/osaka/ja-jp/register.html?code=1431877272389396-VEK

From November 11, 2025 (Tuesday), at Pacifico Yokohama, we will be exhibiting at interOpto2025 / Light and Laser Science and Technology Fair (organized by the Optical Industry Technology Promotion Association / Optronics Corporation) with a focus on: - UV-transmitting glass that can be molded - Diffusion glass that can uniformly diffuse incident light - A double-sided lens array that is molded without lamination 【About the Exhibition】 Event Name: interOpto2025 / Light and Laser Science and Technology Fair UV Fair Date: November 11 (Tuesday) to 13 (Thursday), 2025 Opening Hours: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Venue: Pacifico Yokohama Exhibition Hall C Booth Number: C-15 Organizer: Optical Industry Technology Promotion Association / Optronics Corporation Official Website: https://www.optronics.co.jp/interopto/ We invite everyone attending this exhibition to visit our booth "Gosuzumi Seiko Glass." We sincerely look forward to meeting you on-site.