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:
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Massively parallel acquisition - 2,000 or more points captured in a single line
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Lower system cost compared to conventional point scanning systems due to parallel data acquisition electronics
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State-of-the-art image fidelity and optical efficiency
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Compact system footprint in a portable form factor
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Simplified design with a reduced component count, leading to lower manufacturing complexity and increased ruggedness
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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.
No Compromise Clinical-Grade Performance
Our swept-source OCT system enables:
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High axial resolution (~5–10 µm)
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Deep penetration for posterior and anterior imaging
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Effective A-line rates of 250 kHz or higher
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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.
Anterior Segment Imaging
Modular optical configurations support:
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Angle visualization
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Corneal and limbal imaging
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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:
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Inline inspection of coatings, adhesives, and semiconductor structures
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Layer thickness mapping in flexible electronics
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Microfluidic cell monitoring
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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.