Platform for Micromechanical Ultrasound Transducers (MUT)

MEMS-based Micromechanical Ultrasound Transducers (MUTs) offer key advantages over conventional transducers that use piezoceramics and composite materials. These miniaturized MUT components can be manufactured cost-effectively in large volumes and enable single-channel distance measurements, dual-channel flow measurements, and imaging via multi-channel array configurations—for applications such as sonography, photoacoustic sensing, or contactless ultrasonic cameras. The MUT technology allows for a high level of integration while remaining RoHS-compliant.

With its MUT transducer platform, the performance center contributes to the advancement and commercialization of MEMS-based ultrasonic transducers. Our R&D expertise across a wide range of markets translates into short time-to-market for new applications. By working at the forefront of technology, we help accelerate innovation—especially in areas requiring complex multi-channel measurements. With the MUT evaluation kit we have developed, you can test this technology for your specific use case easily and cost-efficiently. We are happy to support you—just reach out to us.

Application areas include factory automation, automotive, and medical technology. MUT systems for ultrasound imaging are particularly well-suited for endoscopic diagnostics due to their high resolution. In spirometers and industrial gas flow systems, portable MUTs enable the precise detection of airflows. Industrial robots and autonomous vehicles can use MUTs to perceive and interact with their environment—including detecting human gestures. The extremely compact design of the MUT transducers makes integration into smartphones, wearables, and implantables possible.

The evaluation kit for MUT transducers and conventional piezoceramic ultrasonic transducers gives you direct access to this innovative technology and clearly demonstrates its benefits.

Your Benefits / Our Offering:

• Comprehensive consultation on MUT technology for your application
• Custom R&D to adapt to your target specifications
• Module and system development for prototypical ultrasonic systems
• Software for application-specific and intelligent signal and data processing
• Advanced data analytics