{"id":4154,"date":"2026-05-30T14:41:44","date_gmt":"2026-05-30T14:41:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/novanta.com\/precision-manufacturing\/?post_type=novanta_application&p=4154"},"modified":"2026-06-17T14:30:36","modified_gmt":"2026-06-17T14:30:36","slug":"biomedical-imaging","status":"publish","type":"novanta_application","link":"https:\/\/novanta.com\/precision-manufacturing\/applications\/medical\/biomedical-imaging\/","title":{"rendered":"Biomedical Imaging"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n
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Biomedical imaging system manufacturers rely on advanced optical technologies to visualize biological structures with exceptional precision and minimal invasiveness. In ophthalmology, imaging modalities such as Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)
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Modern ophthalmic imaging systems must deliver high\u2011resolution, repeatable images while operating within compact, patient\u2011friendly platforms. Technologies such as OCT and SLO require precise optical alignment and stable scanning behavior to accurately visualize fine retinal structures across repeated imaging sessions.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Optical Coherence Tomography is a non\u2011invasive imaging technique that uses infrared light to create high\u2011resolution, cross\u2011sectional images (B\u2011scans) of the retina. Often described as an \u201coptical ultrasound,\u201d OCT maps individual retinal layers and measures their thickness with micrometer\u2011level precision.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Scanning Laser Ophthalmoscopy is a confocal imaging technique that produces real\u2011time, high\u2011contrast, two\u2011dimensional \u201cen\u2011face\u201d images of the retinal surface. SLO provides clinicians with a clear view of retinal structures, enabling identification of surface\u2011level pathologies and monitoring of retinal vasculature and fixation.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Biomedical imaging devices must integrate optical, scanning, and control sub-systems into compact, reliable platforms suitable for clinical and research environments. Components must support stable optical performance, efficient thermal behavior, and seamless integration with system\u2011level electronics and software.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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These systems place demanding requirements on beam control, scan accuracy, and optical stability. Our photonics and scanning technologies are designed to support OEMs developing high\u2011performance biomedical imaging platforms where precise raster scanning, image fidelity, and repeatable performance are critical to clinical confidence and diagnostic accuracy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Biomedical Imaging Technologies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The benefits of Biomedical Imaging Technologies include:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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High\u2011precision raster scanning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Supports accurate 2D and 3D image generation for retinal diagnostics.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Stable optical performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Enables consistent image quality across repeated scans.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Compact system compatibility<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Designed for integration into space\u2011constrained medical imaging platforms.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Diagnostic image fidelity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Supports high\u2011contrast, high\u2011resolution retinal visualization<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Supporting OEM Imaging Platform Development<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As ophthalmic and biomedical imaging technologies continue to evolve, device manufacturers require optical and scanning solutions that support higher resolution, faster acquisition, and improved clinical usability without compromising reliability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We work at the sub-system level to support OEM development efforts, helping align raster scanning technologies, precision mirrors, and optical components with the technical requirements of next\u2011generation OCT and SLO imaging systems.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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