Abstract: This invention pertains to the electroacoustic transducer arts and disclo an improved physical construction therefor in which a honeycomb-like member is used to secure both pressure release and thermal transfer for the converting element.

Abstract: The received signal from an acoustic echo detection and ranging system is mpared with internally generated signals indicating the focus of a variable focus transducer. Logic circuits in the signal comparison channel develop control voltages to focus said transducer upon a predetermined area from which said received signal originates.

Abstract: A wide angle, wide bandwidth sonar transducer comprising a spherically cud array of transducer elements fully embedded in a body of acoustically transparent potting compound with their axes extending radially outwardly of a spherically curved wall to which they are bonded. Each includes an aluminum load element bonded to a piezoelectric element and is characterized by an electrical terminal press fitted into the load element. A method of manufacture for achieving the desired array formation within the potting compound utilizes a pattern from which a form is cast to hold the transducer elements in formation while being bonded to the curved wall, after which the form is removed and additional potting is cast.

Abstract: An array of circular, acoustic projecting and receiving transducers is deibed, including a stainless steel baffle plate in which the transducers are mounted, each comprising a stainless steel cup containing a disc-shaped piezoelectric element set in low impedance material and covered by a water impedance matching window. Capacitive and inductive tuning means is provided between each receiving transducer and its associated electronics.

Abstract: An electroacoustical transducer is disclosed as incorporating a metallic sing having an aperture located in the wall thereof. A plurality of shutters are rotatably mounted on said housing for effectively and timely opening and closing predetermined portions of said aperture. A plastic support member is disposed within said housing, and a slot is located therein in alignment with said aperture. A wooden frame is disposed in said slot in such manner as to effect a semi-resilient lining therefor, and an electroacoustical energy converter element is disposed within said frame lining. A shutter actuator, either programmed or manually operated, is connected to said plurality of shutters for respectively moving them in such manner as to effect predetermined openings and closings of the aforesaid aperture.