Course - Simulation Methods in Ultrasound Imaging - MEDT8007
Simulation Methods in Ultrasound Imaging
About
About the course
Course content
The course will cover simulation methods for the following processes:
- linear wave propagation (spatial impulse response, K-space, 2D and 3D models, ...);
- beam and image formation (1D and 2D arrays, adaptive beamforming, ...);
- the transducer and its electric pathways (XTRans);
- moving scatterers and dynamic objects (doppler and tissue doppler imaging);
- non-linear wave propagation (quasi-linear approximation, KZK equation, finite differences methods, ...);
- aberration (AberSim).
Learning outcome
This course will provide the required theoretic background on simulation methods for ultrasound propagation, beamforming and scattering; with or without non-linear effects. It will also provide practical knowledge of current simulation tools and in-vitro validation of their results.
Learning methods and activities
Two full weeks of lectures and laboratory practice plus an assignment.
Compulsory assignments
- Laboratory tasks and approved report
Required previous knowledge
Master's Degree in Engineering or Physics or an equivalent education. TTK4160 Medical Imaging, TTK4165 Signal Processing in Medical Imaging and/or MEDT8012 Introduction to Ultrasound Technology.
Course materials
The book Foundations of Biomedical Ultrasound from Richard S.C. Cobbold and handouts.
Subject areas
- Medical Technology
- Technological subjects