Healcerion's SONON series provides a fully wireless, smartphone‑connected ultrasound system that delivers up to four‑times higher resolution imaging via its VSE™ engine. The compact devices (260‑390 g) support B, color flow, PW, M‑mode and other modes, store data with AES‑256 encryption, and integrate with PACS/DICOM, meeting FDA and CE standards for point‑of‑care use across multiple specialties.
Funding
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Problem
Conventional ultrasound systems are bulky, tethered to mains power, and require trained operators, limiting point‑of‑care imaging in remote, emergency, or resource‑constrained settings. This restricts timely diagnosis for conditions such as abdominal, obstetric, vascular, and musculoskeletal disorders.
Solution
Healcerion’s SONON series delivers a fully wireless, mobile‑based ultrasound platform that attaches to a standard smartphone or tablet via Wi‑Fi. The devices employ proprietary VSE™ technology, providing up to four‑fold higher resolution than traditional beamforming while maintaining a compact form factor under 400 g. Real‑time imaging is accessed through the SONON X app, which supports B, CF, PW, M‑mode and color flow modes, and securely stores data with AES‑256 encryption and WPA2 Wi‑Fi protection. Battery packs enable up to three hours of continuous scanning and 12 hours of standby, allowing uninterrupted use in field or bedside environments. The system is compatible with PACS and DICOM workflows, and is FDA and CE approved for clinical use across multiple specialties.
Target Audience
Primary users are clinicians who require portable imaging at the bedside or in remote locations, including emergency physicians, primary‑care doctors, obstetricians/gynecologists, musculoskeletal specialists, and field health workers. The platform also serves hospitals and tele‑medicine providers seeking scalable point‑of‑care ultrasound solutions.
Features
- VSE™ imaging engine that captures volumetric data for 3–4× higher resolution compared with conventional beamforming.
- Fully wireless operation via Wi‑Fi connection to iOS and Android devices using the SONON X app.
- Compact, ergonomic design weighing 260–390 g with interchangeable linear probes (3.5
- 10 MHz) for abdominal, obstetric, vascular, thyroid, breast, and musculoskeletal applications.
- Multiple imaging modes (B, CF, PW, M‑mode, color flow) and real‑time video capture for comprehensive diagnostics.
- Long‑lasting rechargeable battery (3 h scan, 12 h standby) with hot‑swap capability for continuous use.
- Secure data handling: AES‑256 encrypted storage, WPA2 Wi‑Fi, role‑based access, and optional PACS/DICOM export.
- FDA and CE certifications, ensuring compliance with medical device regulations for point‑of‑care use.
- Integrated control panel with adjustable gain and depth settings for high‑contrast imaging without external consoles.