Abstract

An ultrasonic system for treating a submerged surface of a target structure, the system including: an ultrasonic generator for generating electrical energy to drive first and second ultrasonic transducers, the electrical energy including at least two different frequencies including a first and second operation frequency; first ultrasonic transducers configured to be mounted as a first array to the target structure, and connectable to the ultrasonic generator and operable to generate a first ultrasound signal from the first operation frequency; and second ultrasonic transducers configured to be mounted as a second array to the target structure, and connectable to the ultrasonic generator and operable to generate a second ultrasound signal from the second operation frequency, wherein the first and second ultrasonic transducers are spaceable from one another to produce guided ultrasonic waveforms through the target structure including heterodyned frequencies from the first ultrasound signal and the second ultrasound signal.

IPC Classes  ?

• B63B 59/04 - Preventing hull fouling
• B08B 17/02 - Preventing deposition of fouling or of dust
• B06B 3/00 - Processes or apparatus specially adapted for transmitting mechanical vibrations of infrasonic, sonic or ultrasonic frequency
• B08B 3/12 - Cleaning involving contact with liquid with additional treatment of the liquid or of the object being cleaned, e.g. by heat, by electricity or by vibration by sonic or ultrasonic vibrations
• B63B 59/08 - Cleaning devices for hulls of underwater surfaces while afloat

Abstract

An ultrasonic system for treating a submerged surface of a target structure, the system including: an ultrasonic generator for generating electrical energy to drive first and second ultrasonic transducers, the electrical energy including at least two different frequencies including a first and second operation frequency; first ultrasonic transducers configured to be mounted as a first array to the target structure, and connectable to the ultrasonic generator and operable to generate a first ultrasound signal from the first operation frequency; and second ultrasonic transducers configured to be mounted as a second array to the target structure, and connectable to the ultrasonic generator and operable to generate a second ultrasound signal from the second operation frequency, wherein the first and second ultrasonic transducers are spaceable from one another to produce guided ultrasonic waveforms through the target structure including heterodyned frequencies from the first ultrasound signal and the second ultrasound signal.

IPC Classes  ?

• B63B 59/04 - Preventing hull fouling
• B08B 17/02 - Preventing deposition of fouling or of dust
• B06B 3/00 - Processes or apparatus specially adapted for transmitting mechanical vibrations of infrasonic, sonic or ultrasonic frequency
• B08B 3/12 - Cleaning involving contact with liquid with additional treatment of the liquid or of the object being cleaned, e.g. by heat, by electricity or by vibration by sonic or ultrasonic vibrations
• B63B 59/08 - Cleaning devices for hulls of underwater surfaces while afloat

Goods & Services

Sanitary preparations and articles; Aquatic algaecide; Algicides; Fungicidal fungal agents; Biocides; Natural biocides; Synthetic biocides; Agricultural biopesticides; Mildewcides; Algicides for swimming pools; Algicides for agricultural use. Rental of science and technology equipment; Engineering services; Medical and pharmacological research services; Natural science services; Water analysis; Analysis of stream water quality; Laboratory analysis in the field of bacteriology; Laboratory analysis in the field of chemistry; Scientific research and analysis; Energy auditing; Design and development of engineering products; Design of engineering products; Compilation of scientific information; Drafting and development of photovoltaic systems; Conducting industrial experiments; Conducting technical project studies; Conducting industrial tests; Technical consulting in the field of pollution detection; Consultancy in the field of energy-saving; Food sanitation consultation; Consultancy relating to membrane technology; Technical planning and consulting in the field of light engineering; Consultancy in the field of industrial research; Consultancy relating to filtration technology; Professional consultancy relating to fluid dynamics; Condition monitoring relating to fluids; Industrial design; Technical drawing; Development of industrial machinery; Development of testing methods; Development of new products; Development of new technology for others; Development of industrial processes; Development of industrial products; Providing science technology information; Providing technological information about environmentally-conscious and green innovations; Research laboratories; Providing information about industrial analysis and research services; Providing online information about industrial analysis and research services; Providing on-line information in the field of technological research from a computer database or the Internet; Provision of information relating to technological research; Providing scientific research information and results from an online searchable database; Calibration [measuring]; Calibration of instruments; Technical project studies in the field of carbon offsetting; Technical research projects and studies; Provision of research services; Monitoring of audio warning signals; Programming of electronic control systems; Providing technical advice relating to energy-saving measures; Technical project planning; Preparation of project analysis studies; Preparation of technical studies; Preparation of technical manuals; Preparation of reports relating to scientific research; Preparation of reports relating to technical research; Preparation of technological research reports; Preparation of technological reports; Preparation of scientific reports; Conducting of technical feasibility studies; Conducting research and technical project studies relating to the use of natural energy; Chemical technological research; Research relating to industrial machinery; Industrial process research; Research in measurement technology; Research and development of new products; Research and development of new products for third parties in the field of plastic materials; Research of fisheries; Research and development in the field of biotechnology; Research and development of new products for others; Scientific and industrial research; Research relating to insecticides; Research of foodstuffs; Research relating to waste analysis; Mechanical research; Industrial research; Technical data analysis services; Industrial analysis and research services in the field of chemistry; Industrial analysis services; Computer aided scientific analysis services; Technological analysis services; Laboratory testing; Non-medical, ultrasound imaging services; Information services relating to the safety of fertilisers used in forestry; Conducting sampling and analysis services to check for contamination; Services for assessing the efficiency of agricultural chemicals; Scientific design services; Technological design services; Consultancy in the field of scientific research; Advisory services relating to scientific instruments; Consultancy services in the field of technological development; Advisory services relating to scientific research; Advisory services relating to technological research; Control technology consulting services; Advisory services relating to science; Professional advisory services relating to food technology; Technical consultancy relating to product development; Technical advice in connection with energy-saving measures; Technological consultancy; Technological consultancy in the fields of energy production and use; Technological consulting services in the field of alternative energy generation; Draftsman's services in the nature of technical drawing; Industrial development services; Chemical engineering; Laboratory services; Expert reporting services relating to technology. Agriculture, aquaculture, horticulture and forestry services.

Goods & Services

Chemicals used in industry, science and photography, as well as in agriculture, horticulture and forestry; Unprocessed artificial resins, unprocessed plastics; Manures; Fire extinguishing compositions; Tempering and soldering preparations; Chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; Tanning substances; Adhesives used in industry. Pharmaceutical and veterinary preparations; Sanitary preparations for medical purposes; Dietetic food and substances adapted for medical or veterinary use, food for babies; Dietary supplements for humans and animals; Plasters, materials for dressings; Material for stopping teeth, dental wax; Disinfectants; Preparations for destroying vermin; Fungicides, herbicides. Apparatus for lighting, heating, steam generating, cooking, refrigerating, drying, ventilating, water supply and sanitary purposes. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software.