- In December 2024, Micro-X was awarded an USD 8.2 million contract by the U.S. Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) to develop a portable full-body CT scanner. This project aims to create a lightweight, mobile imaging solution suitable for various settings, including military and emergency response. An additional USD 8.2 million option is available for continued development leading to FDA submission. This contract underscores the growing demand for mobile diagnostic imaging technologies
- In July 2024, Australian company Micro-X announced the development of a lightweight mobile CT scanner designed for ambulance use. This innovative device can scan a patient's brain in just eight seconds, enabling rapid stroke diagnosis and immediate image transmission to specialists. The scanner, weighing under 70 kg, utilizes Micro-X's Nano Electronic X-ray (NEX) technology, offering significantly lower radiation doses compared to conventional scanners
- In May 2023, Carestream Health introduced the DRX-Rise Mobile X-ray System, designed to enhance image quality and maneuverability. This system features AI-powered image processing software that improves image quality and dosage efficiency, catering to the growing demand for advanced mobile imaging solutions in various healthcare settings
- In July 2022, Shimadzu Corporation launched an updated version of its digital mobile X-ray system, the MobileDaRt Evolution MX8 Version v type, targeted at international markets outside Japan. This advanced system delivers improved mobility and imaging performance, enabling rapid and efficient diagnostic imaging across diverse healthcare environments. The release highlights ongoing advancements in ambulatory X-ray technology
- In June 2021, Oehm und Rehbein GmbH introduced the Amadeo R motorized system, expanding its product offerings for inpatient medical care. This digital X-ray system is equipped with an auto-tracking feature and supports various patient positions—including seated, supine, and upright—making it highly versatile for a broad range of diagnostic imaging procedures with enhanced precision and ease of use
