Multi-frequency reduction of fluid droplet

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APP PUB NO 20200282436A1
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16827344

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A signal generator has a generator output. The signal generator is configured to generate first and second signals at the generator output. The first signal has a first frequency, and the second signal has a second frequency. Switching circuitry has a circuitry input and a circuitry output. The circuitry input is coupled to the generator output. The circuitry output is adapted to be coupled to an ultrasonic transducer mechanically coupled with a surface. The switching circuitry is configured to: provide the first signal to the ultrasonic transducer at the first frequency to reduce a fluid droplet on the surface from a first size to a second size; and provide the second signal to the ultrasonic transducer at the second frequency to reduce the fluid droplet from the second size to a third size.

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TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INCORPORATEDDALLAS TX

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Fedigan, Stephen John Plano, US 41 485
Magee, David Patrick Allen, US 106 763

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