K213465 · Arineta , Ltd. · JAK · Dec 2, 2022 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K213465
Device Name
CardioGraphe
Applicant
Arineta , Ltd.
Product Code
JAK · Radiology
Decision Date
Dec 2, 2022
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.1750
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Pediatric
Indications for Use
The SpotLight Duo is intended to be used for body, cardiac and vascular X-ray Computed Tomography applications.
Device Story
SpotLight Duo is a multi-slice, dual-tube CT scanner; gantry rotates X-ray sources and detector array around patient to acquire attenuation data. System uses two alternating X-ray sources displaced in Z-axis with electrostatic grid control; single array detector captures data. Computer reconstructs cross-sectional images from projection data. Operated by clinicians in clinical settings; output displayed on console for diagnostic and therapy planning. Features optional Wide FOV (450mm) and Extended FOV configurations using modified detector modules. Supports axial, cine, and cardiac (ECG-gated) scan modes. Benefits include high-resolution imaging of whole organs, including heart, in single rotation.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance evaluation included unit-level, integration, and safety testing. Image quality metrics (artifacts, spatial resolution, low contrast detectability, noise, uniformity, CT number accuracy) and dose performance were verified using phantoms and mathematical/statistical analyses. Compliance with IEC 60601-1, 60601-1-2, 60601-1-3, 60601-2-44, 21 CFR Subchapter J, and NEMA XR-25/28/29 confirmed.
Technological Characteristics
Dual-tube CT scanner; 192-row detector array (CdWO4/GOS scintillators); 0.24s rotation speed; 140mm Z-axis coverage. Features two MCS-2093 X-ray tubes (Varex Imaging) with electrostatic grid control. Reconstruction via modified FDK cone-beam algorithm. Connectivity includes console, PDU, and ECG trigger module. Materials: steel, aluminum, lead/tungsten shielding, carbon fiber table. Software-controlled image reconstruction and acquisition.
Indications for Use
Indicated for X-ray Computed Tomography imaging of organs fitting in the scan field of view, including cardiac and vascular CT, for patients of all ages. Used for diagnosis of disease or abnormality and planning of therapy procedures.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A computed tomography x-ray system is a diagnostic x-ray system intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of x-ray transmission data from the same axial plane taken at different angles. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, component parts, and accessories.
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December 2, 2022
Arineta Ltd. % Tanya Shalem Director QA&RA 15 Halamish Street Caesarea. 3088900 ISRAEL
Re: K213465
Trade/Device Name: SpotLight Duo Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1750 Regulation Name: Computed tomography x-ray system Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: JAK Dated: November 4, 2022 Received: November 4, 2022
Dear Tanya Shalem:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
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Sincerely,
2022.12.02
10:54:01
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Lu Jiang
Lu Jiang, Ph.D. Assistant Director Diagnostic X-Ray Systems Team DHT8B: Division of Imaging Devices and Electronic Products OHT8: Office of Radiological Health Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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510(k) Number (if known) K213465
Device Name SpotLight Duo
Indications for Use (Describe)
The SpotLight Duo is intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of X-ray transmission projection data taken at different angles. The system has the capability to image whole organs, including the heart, in a single rotation. The system may acquire data using Axial. Cine and Cardiac scan techniques from patients of all ages. These images may be obtained either with or without contrast. This device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, components and accessories.
This device may include data and image processing to produce images in a variety of trans-axial and reformatted planes.
The system is indicated for X-ray Computed Tomography imaging of organs that fit in the scan field of view, including cardiac and vascular CT imaging. The device output is useful for diagnosis of disease or abnormality and for planning of therapy procedures.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
図 Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
□ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# 510(k) SUMMARY Arineta's SpotLight Duo
#### Submitter
Arineta Ltd. 15 Halamish Street Caesarea 3088900 Israel Tel: +972-4-6374000 Fax: +972-4-6277006
Contact Person: Tanya Shalem, VP of QA&RA
Date Prepared: August 12, 2022
Name of Device: SpotLight Duo
Common or Usual Name: Computed Tomography X-ray System
Regulation Medical Specialty: Radiology
Regulation Number: 892.1750
Regulatory Class: Class II
Product Code: JAK
#### Predicate Devices
| Device Name | Manufacturer | 510(k) Number |
|---------------|-------------------|---------------|
| SpotLight CT | Arineta Ltd. | K161066 |
| Revolution CT | GE Healthcare LLC | K133705 |
#### Device Description
The SpotLight Duo is a multi-slice (192 detector rows), dual tube CT scanner consisting of a gantry, patient table, operator console, power distribution unit (PDU) and interconnecting cables. The system includes image acquisition hardware, image acquisition and reconstruction software for operator interface and image handling. As in other CT scanned subject is irradiated by X rays and a detector array measures attenuation data of X rays that have been attenuated by the subject from multiple view angles. This is achieved by rotation source and the detector about the subject while acquiring the attenuation data. A computer is used to reconstruct cross sectional images of the subject from the attenuation data.
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The primary predicate, SpotLight CT (K161066), reconstructs high resolution images up to Field of View (FOV) 250mm. Scout images used for patient positioning and scan planning are reconstructed and displayed at a wide FOV larger than 250mm.
The primary changes in the modified SpotLight Duo device include two optional configurations:
- 1. Wide FOV reconstructs high resolution images up to 450mm FOV. 10 HR detector modules replace LR detector modules (as in the primary predicate) on one wing of the detector. Therefore, there are 33 HR modules instead of 23 HR modules. Although the HR part of the detector is asymmetric, the device is capable of imaging the entire FOV of 450mm at high resolution when acquiring data for 360° of rotation. The data from the LR wing is still used to avoid truncation artifacts.
- 2. Extended FOV reconstructs high resolution images up to 250mm FOV and 250-450mm low resolution FOV with no change to the detector.
- . Both configurations include software adaptation to 450mm FOV. The software is modified to support data acquisition with the modified detector, reconstruction at larger FOV, scan modes and protocols according to confiquration.
- . There is an additional minor adaptation to collimator to support wide FOV collimation (250mm/450mm).
# Intended Use
The SpotLight Duo is intended to be used for body, cardiac and vascular X-ray Computed Tomography applications.
# Indications for Use
The SpotLight Duo is intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of X-ray transmission projection data taken at different angles. The system has the capability to image whole organs, including the heart, in a single rotation. The system may acquire data using Axial, Cine and Cardiac scan techniques from patients of all ages. These images may be obtained either with or without contrast. This device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, components and accessories.
This device may include data and image processing to produce images in a variety of trans-axial and reformatted planes.
The system is indicated for X-ray Computed Tomography imaging of organs that fit in the scan field of view, including cardiac and vascular CT imaging. The device output is useful for diagnosis of disease or abnormality and for planning of therapy procedures.
# Technological Characteristics
The system generates images through computed reconstruction of data acquired at different view angles of the rotating gantry, while irradiating the scanned subject by two alternating X-ray sources. The gantry rotates at up to 0.24 seconds per rotation and can acquire up to 560 overlapping 0.5mm slices of image data in a single axial scan with a maximum total coverage of 140mm in the z direction. While the basic scanner (SpotLight CT) covers a field of view (FOV) of 450mm, the radiation outside
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250mm (or 160mm) FOV is attenuated, providing diagnostic image quality up to 250mm FOV. With the Extended and Wide Field of View configurations, the system is adapted to provide standard resolution (STD) or high resolution (HR) diagnostic images at FOV 450mm. The system can be operated in axial (partial or full scan), cine, cardiac and ECG gated modes.
The SpotLight Duo features two MCS-2093 X-ray tubes to provide two X-ray sources displaced in the z axis (parallel to rotation axis). The sources are alternating using electrostatic grid control, such that the scanned subject is irradiated alternatively by two overlapping cone X-ray beams while the gantry rotates, and attenuation data is acquired by a single array detector. Image reconstruction is accomplished by a Stereo CT reconstruction algorithm based on common algorithms used in single source scanners that are modified to combine the data acquired from the two sources.
A table comparing the key features of the subject and predicate devices is provided below.
| | Proposed device - SpotLight<br>Duo | Primary predicate - SpotLight<br>CT (K161066) | Secondary predicate -<br>Revolution CT (K133705) | Discussion |
|----------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Detector<br>technology<br>and<br>geometry | Fast scintillator array coupled to<br>photodiode array.<br>33 (WFOV) or 23 (EFOV)<br>configurable high resolution (HR)<br>modules comprising 192 detector<br>rows X pitch 0.5mm (Z direction,<br>measured at scanner center).<br>10(WFOV) or 20 (EFOV)<br>configurable low resolution (LR).<br>EFOV includes 10 modules on<br>each wing while WFOV includes<br>10 modules on one wing.<br>comprising 48 detector rows X<br>pitch 2.0mm<br>Analog to digital conversion per<br>channel on the detection module.<br>1D antiscatter collimator. | Fast scintillator array coupled to<br>photodiode array.<br>23 high resolution (HR) modules<br>comprising 192 detector rows X<br>pitch 0.5mm (Z direction,<br>measured at scanner center).<br>20 low resolution (LR) modules<br>(10 on each wing) comprising 48<br>detector rows X pitch 2.0mm<br>Analog to digital conversion per<br>channel on the detection module.<br>1D antiscatter collimator. | Fast scintillator (garnet) array<br>coupled to photodiode array.<br>256 detector rows X pitch<br>0.625mm (Z direction,<br>measured at scanner center).<br>Analog to digital conversion per<br>channel on the detection<br>module.<br>2D antiscatter collimator.<br>All detectors are from the same<br>type (full FOV). | Same<br>technology and<br>sub-<br>assemblies as<br>the primary<br>predicate. The<br>proposed<br>device adds<br>optional<br>configurations<br>with wider field<br>of view (FOV)<br>than the<br>primary<br>predicate, as<br>available in the<br>secondary<br>predicate. |
| Data<br>transmission<br>from rotor | Contactless transmission<br>(capacitive coupling). Rate up to<br>6.25 GBit/sec | Contactless transmission<br>(capacitive coupling). Rate up to<br>6.25 GBit/sec | Contactless transmission<br>(capacitive coupling). Rate up to<br>40 GBit/sec | Same |
| Power and<br>control<br>transmission<br>to rotor | Contact less transmission | Brush contact slipring | Contact less transmission | Same as<br>secondary<br>predicate |
| Rotation<br>drive | Direct drive DC motor | DC motor and belt | Direct drive DC motor | Same as<br>secondary<br>predicate |
| X Ray<br>source | 2 x MCS 2093 X ray tubes by<br>Varex Imaging Corp. | 2 x MCS 2093 X ray tubes by<br>Varex Imaging Corp. | Perfomex HDwX ray tube by<br>GEHC | Same as<br>primary<br>predicate |
| | Proposed device - SpotLight<br>Duo | Primary predicate - SpotLight<br>CT (K161066) | Secondary predicate –<br>Revolution CT (K133705) | Discussion |
| | Single ended grounded rotating<br>anode | Single ended grounded rotating<br>anode | Single ended grounded rotating<br>anode | |
| | Anode angle 13 degrees | Anode angle 13 degrees | Anode angle 10.5 degrees | |
| | 1.0 MHU anode heat capacity | 1.0 MHU anode heat capacity | 5.5 MHU anode heat capacity | |
| | Grid controlled focal spot<br>modulation in X direction | Grid controlled focal spot<br>modulation in X direction | Grid controlled focal spot<br>modulation in X direction | |
| | Small and large focal spots | Small and large focal spots | Small, large and extra-large<br>focal spots | |
| | Max kVp: 140 kV | Max kVp: 140 kV | Max kVp: 140 kV | |
| | Max power: 72 KW | Max power: 72 KW | Max power: 103 KW | |
| Patient table | Motorized vertical and horizontal<br>motion | Motorized vertical and horizontal<br>motion | Motorized vertical and<br>horizontal motion | Same |
| | Optional lateral motion | Optional lateral motion | Optional lateral motion. | |
| | Cantilever carbon fiber patient<br>cradle. | Cantilever carbon fiber patient<br>cradle. | Cantilever carbon fiber patient<br>cradle. | |
| Image<br>reconstructio<br>n hardware | Multicore PC and GPU | Multicore PC and GPU | Multicore PC and GPU | Same |
| Image<br>reconstructio<br>n algorithm | Modified FDK cone beam<br>algorithm adapted for dual tubes<br>geometry. | Modified FDK cone beam<br>algorithm adapted for dual tubes<br>geometry. | GE proprietary VHD cone beam<br>algorithm. | Same<br>algorithm as<br>primary<br>predicate. |
| | Adaptive filter to reduce<br>directional noise in low level raw<br>data (MBAF) | Adaptive filter to reduce<br>directional noise in low level raw<br>data (MBAF) | Iterative reconstruction<br>algorithm (ASIR-V). | The primary<br>predicate<br>reconstructs<br>high resolution<br>images up to<br>FOV250mm. |
| | Iterative reconstruction algorithm<br>(ASIR-CV) | Iterative reconstruction algorithm<br>(ASIR-CV) | | |
| | For WFOV configuration,<br>adapted to reconstruct high<br>resolution images according to<br>detector configuration, lower<br>resolution images outside FOV<br>covered by high resolution<br>detectors. | Adapted to reconstruct high<br>resolution images up to<br>FOV250mm, lower resolution<br>images outside FOV250mm | | The proposed<br>device<br>reconstructs<br>high resolution<br>images<br>according to<br>optional<br>configuration, |
| | For extended FOV configuration,<br>adapted to reconstruct high<br>resolution images up to<br>FOV250mm, lower resolution<br>images outside FOV250mm. | | | up to<br>FOV450mm,<br>as the<br>secondary<br>predicate. |
| | Proposed device - SpotLight Duo | Primary predicate - SpotLight CT (K161066) | Secondary predicate - Revolution CT (K133705) | Discussion |
| Construction Materials | Metal parts (mostly steel and aluminum)<br>Lead and tungsten for X-ray shielding<br>PCB, electronic components and electronic cables components<br>Table top made of carbon fiber reinforced resin<br>Covers made pf molded polymers and reinforced resins<br>Oil in X-ray tubes cooling systems<br>Detector scintillators made of CdWO4 and Gadolinium Oxysulfide (GOS) used in other legally marketed CT scanners | Metal parts (mostly steel and aluminum)<br>Lead and tungsten for X-ray shielding<br>PCB, electronic components and electronic cables components<br>Table top made of carbon fiber reinforced resin<br>Covers made pf molded polymers and reinforced resins<br>Oil in X-ray tubes cooling systems<br>Detector scintillators made of CdWO4 and Gadolinium Oxysulfide (GOS) used in other legally marketed CT scanners | Metal parts (mostly steel and aluminum)<br>Lead and tungsten for X-ray shielding<br>PCB, electronic components and electronic cables components<br>Table top made of carbon fiber reinforced resin<br>Covers made pf molded polymers and reinforced resins<br>Oil in X-ray tube and detector cooling systems<br>Detector scintillators made of GE proprietary garnet scintillator | Same |
| Energy sources | Wall supply 380 to 480 V 3 phase<br>Max power demand 115 kVA<br>Max X ray power (total for two tubes) 72kW<br>Laser alignment lights: gantry bore external lasers. <0.1mW per laser beam<br>Three lead ECG trigger module, powered by medical grade power supply through the system PDU | Wall supply 380 to 480 V 3 phase<br>Max power demand 115 kVA<br>Max X ray power (total for two tubes) 72kW<br>Laser alignment lights: gantry bore external lasers. <0.1mW per laser beam<br>Three lead ECG trigger module, powered by medical grade power supply through the system PDU | Wall supply 380 to 480 V 3 phase<br>Max power demand 150 kVA<br>Max X ray power 103kW<br>Laser alignment lights: gantry bore internal and external lasers. <0.1mW per laser beam<br>Four lead ECG trigger module | Same |
| Software | The SpotLight is provided with software in three domains:<br>Console softwareImage reconstruction softwareEmbedded software<br>The software is modified to support data acquisition with the modified detector, reconstruction at larger FOV, scan modes and protocols according to configuration. | The SpotLight is provided with software in three domains:<br>Console softwareImage reconstruction softwareEmbedded software | The Revolution CT is provided with software serving same functionalities as the proposed device and complying with same standards. | Substantially the same |
| | Proposed device – SpotLight<br>Duo | Primary predicate – SpotLight<br>CT (K161066) | Secondary predicate –<br>Revolution CT (K133705) | Discussion |
| Max<br>Rotation<br>speed | 250 RPM (0.24 sec per rotation) | 250 RPM (0.24 sec per rotation) | 214 RPM (0.28 sec per rotation)<br>Gantry supports 300 RPM (0.2<br>sec per rotation) | The<br>differences in<br>performance of<br>the proposed<br>device and<br>primary<br>predicate are<br>optional higher<br>image<br>resolution at<br>FOV larger<br>than 250mm in<br>lieu of<br>FOV160mm<br>collimation. |
| Min scan<br>time | 0.16 sec (partial), 0.24 sec (full<br>scan) – FOV up to 250mm<br>0.24 sec (full scan) – HR imaging<br>at FOV above 250mm for<br>asymmetric detector | 0.16 sec (partial), 0.24 sec (full<br>scan) | 0.28 sec (full scan) | |
| Max axial<br>coverage in<br>a single axial<br>scan | 140mm (280 slices x 0.5mm<br>pitch) | 140mm (280 slices x 0.5mm<br>pitch) | 160mm (256 slices x 0.625mm<br>pitch) | than 250mm in<br>lieu of<br>FOV160mm<br>collimation. |
| Field of View<br>(FOV) | High resolution images at<br>configurable FOV between<br>250mm and 450mm<br>Lower resolution in the FOV<br>between HR coverage and<br>450mm | 250mm or 160mm at high<br>resolution<br>Optional, up to 450mm with<br>lower resolution outside FOV<br>250mm | Up to 500mm | The proposed<br>device and the<br>secondary<br>predicate offer<br>a larger HR<br>FOV. |
| Max spatial<br>resolution | 17.5 lp/cm cutoff at center<br>10.0 lp/cm cutoff at radius above<br>125mm (outside FOV 250mm)<br>covered by HR detectors<br>7.0 Ip/cm cutoff at radius above<br>125mm (outside FOV 250mm)<br>covered by LR detectors | 17.5 lp/cm cutoff at center<br>7.0 lp/cm cutoff at radius above<br>125mm (outside FOV 250mm) | 21.4 lp/cm (cutoff) | |
| Bore size | 60 cm | 60 cm | 80 cm | Same as<br>primary<br>predicate |
| Max Patient<br>weight | 227 Kg (500 lbs) | 227 Kg (500 lbs) | 227 Kg (500 lbs) | Same as<br>primary<br>predicate |
| Add on parts<br>and<br>accessories | Built in trigger ECG (Ivy<br>Biomedical CTM300 K083854)<br>Operator console table and/or<br>chair<br>Integrated Injector (Bayer<br>Connect.CT K182273, K173773)<br>Various table accessories<br>Bar code reader<br>USB data storage device | Built in trigger ECG (Ivy<br>Biomedical CTM300 K083854)<br>Operator console table and/or<br>chair<br>Integrated Injector (Bayer<br>Connect.CT K182273, K173773)<br>Various table accessories<br>Bar code reader | Operator console table<br>Enhanced Injector Class IV<br>NG2000 Table slickers<br>Bar code reader<br>Uninterruptible Power Supply | Same as<br>primary<br>predicate |
| Proposed device – SpotLight<br>Duo | Primary predicate – SpotLight<br>CT (K161066) | Secondary predicate –<br>Revolution CT (K133705) | Discussion | |
| Console Uninterruptible Power<br>Supply | Console Uninterruptible Power<br>Supply | | | |
| Partial System Uninterruptible<br>Power Supply | Partial System Uninterruptible<br>Power Supply | | | |
| A1 Disconnect panel | A1 Disconnect panel | | | |
| 20cm Water phantom | 20cm Water phantom |…
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5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.