Adaptive Multi-Frequency Harmonic Acoustography for Specialized Target Detection

This inventive concept adapts multi-frequency harmonic acoustography for specialized target detection in high-security, disaster relief, and extreme weather conditions, providing enhanced detection capabilities in diverse operational environments.

The original patent disclosed a method for performing multi-frequency harmonic acoustography for target identification and border detection. However, this method is limited to general-purpose applications and lacks the adaptability to cater to specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments. This inventive concept addresses this limitation by providing specialized variations and niche solutions for high-security needs, disaster relief, and extreme weather conditions.

The inventive concept comprises a system and method for adaptive multi-frequency harmonic acoustography, which can be configured for various specialized target detection applications. For instance, the system can be submerged for underwater border detection, positioned adjacent to a vehicle surface for detecting hidden compartments, or used for non-invasive inspection of aircraft composite materials. The method involves emitting ultrasonic waves at multiple frequencies, detecting the resulting acoustic responses, and analyzing the responses to identify targets or anomalies. The signal processor can be optimized for specific operational environments, ensuring enhanced detection capabilities in diverse settings.

The novelty of this inventive concept lies in its adaptability to cater to specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments, which is not addressed by the original patent. The inventive step involves the development of specialized variations and niche solutions, including submerged systems for underwater border detection, configurations for detecting hidden compartments in vehicles, and systems for non-invasive inspection of aircraft composite materials.

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept include handheld devices for landmine detection, aerial systems for monitoring structural health of bridges, and wearable devices for search and rescue operations. Variations of the signal processor can be developed for specific industries, such as oil and gas, construction, or aerospace.

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including defense, aerospace, construction, and disaster relief. The adaptability of the system and method to cater to specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments ensures a broad market appeal, with potential applications in high-security needs, extreme weather conditions, and specialized target detection.