Sector-Scanning Device

摘要

A sector-scanning sonar imaging system with at least one sonar imaging element housed within a transducer housing coupled to a self-reciprocating mechanism, and a drive mechanism housed within a waterproof housing. The oscillating motion of the transducer housing produces a highly-detailed, photo like sector scan sonar image of the bottom and other objects surrounding the boat on which it is mounted. The drive mechanism housing may be rigidly attached to either a boat hull or to a trolling motor. The sonar imaging element housing may be removably attached to the drive mechanism, and shielded by an acoustically transparent shroud to protect the elements from damage. The sector-scanning sonar imaging system connects to a control head with display either directly, or through some other communications protocol, such as a wireless protocol.

主权项

1. A sector-scanning sonar imaging system comprising:
a first sonar imaging element housed within a transducer housing; and a self-reciprocating mechanism configured to produce oscillating movement of the transducer housing and the first sonar imaging element therein, wherein the oscillating movement allows the first sonar imaging element to produce a sector scan sonar image.