Line-Scan Swept-Source OCT Systems

Miniaturized, massively parallel high-performance OCT imaging.

Line-Scan OCT Architecture

At the core of every KineoLabs' OCT system is our proprietary wavelength-sweeping laser engine. KineoLabs' line-scan OCT architecture is unique in the marketplace, acquiring data line-by-line rather than point-by-point, enabling several key advantages:

Massively parallel acquisition - 2,000 or more points captured in a single line
Lower system cost compared to conventional point scanning systems due to parallel data acquisition electronics
State-of-the-art image fidelity and optical efficiency
Compact system footprint in a portable form factor
Simplified design with a reduced component count, leading to lower manufacturing complexity and increased ruggedness
Free-space optical design - no fibers and external light sources required

The platform supports both ophthalmic and industrial imaging use cases. It can be configured for line-field or full-field (3-D) architectures, depending on application needs.

Product concept of a hand-held OCT system for ophthalmology.

Ophthalmic Line-Scan OCT Applications

Live video with 11mm scan width acquired at 160 Hz frame rate of spatially aligned raw OCT retinal image data.

Retinal OCT
KineoLabs OCT systems are compact, enabling portable use or mounting on slit lamps in exam or workup rooms, eliminating the need for a dedicated imaging suite. This enables new clinical workflows that improve efficiency, reduce patient movement, and increase daily patient throughput. The compact size and high performance also make the system well suited for integration into surgical equipment.

No Compromise Clinical-Grade Performance

Our swept-source OCT system enables:

High axial resolution (~5–10 µm)
Deep penetration for posterior and anterior imaging
Effective A-line rates of 250 kHz or higher
Robust performance in compact, embedded platforms

Clinical study competitive results are available

Unstitched, high-resolution (1500 A-lines) 64-frame averaged line-scan acquired on KineoLabs' internal prototype in <0.5 seconds. All clinically relevant retinal layers are well resolved and competitive with state-of-the-art point-scanning systems.

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Anterior Segment Imaging

Modular optical configurations support:

Angle visualization
Corneal and limbal imaging
Pre- and post-operative assessments

Retinal imaging development supported by NIH under SBIR Grant number 1R43EY036763-01A1

Industrial Line-Scan OCT Applications

KineoLabs’ optically integrated platform extends to a wide range of non-destructive, high-resolution industrial imaging applications, particularly where size, reliability, and cost matter.

Use Cases Include:

Inline inspection of coatings, adhesives, and semiconductor structures
Layer thickness mapping in flexible electronics
Microfluidic cell monitoring
3D scanning of medical devices and microstructures

Line-field Architectures
Enable real-time, high-speed 3D profiling of moving parts or conveyor-based processes.

Full-field OCT
Supports ultra-fast volumetric imaging with high spatial resolution, ideal for snapshot metrology or static part inspection.

Image of KineoLabs' OCT engine designed for OEM integration.

Application and Customer Specific Customization

KineoLabs specializes in customization (e.g. wavelength, tunable range, laser line width, etc.) for a wide variety of applications and requirements. Please contact us to discuss your needs.

KEY DIFFERENTIATORS

Free-Space Optical Integration

No fibers. No external beam routing. Greater optical stability and design freedom.

Vertically Integrated Architecture

From tunable laser to scanning mechanics and optics—everything engineered as a single, unified system.

Compact and Customizable

Designed for embedded use into medical instruments, handheld devices, or industrial process lines.