Simulation Methods in Ultrasound Imaging

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)

After completing the course, the student should: 1 Know the theory behind the most common simulation methods of ultrasonic wave propagation and imaging. 2 Be able to use the most common simulation tools and compare the results with lab experiments. 3 Know basic and advanced beamforming techniques.

Two full weeks of lectures and laboratory practice plus an assignment.