Lightspace Technologies, a Latvia-based deep-tech start-up, has developed a headset with multi-focal technology that could cut surgery time by 20% (researched by Karolinska University hospital)
Keeping in mind the fundamental flaw of the current generation devices – discomfort while using VR/AR – Lightspace sought to resolve the issue. Current-generation headsets use a single screen that doesn't let you feel the actual distance and depth of the object. To ensure maximum comfort and usability for long periods, technology should mimic viewing cues in the natural world. Lightspace’s multi-focal technology uses multiple screens that mimic natural viewing. It is an unconventional and unprecedented way to achieve excellent image quality, precision, and depth awareness. It also lets the user operate with the device for unlimited time.
Additionally, multi-focal technology minimizes errors due to substantially reduced disparity between the actual focus plane and the object. It means that it not only ensures maximum comfort and usability for long periods, but also shows that it is possible to omit eye-tracking and still observe true-to-life visuals. It means that an exceptionally accurate image overlay can be achieved even without eye-tracking solutions.
Multi-focal technology can be the gateway for AR to be finally implemented in professional and highly demanding settings such as healthcare. This state-of-the-art technology provides sub-millimeter precision. Not only would it advance surgical workflow, but also help doctors to prepare and train for any medical scenario. AR is ideally suited to visualizing medical information – such as overlaying anatomical data onto the patient in real life. This can help clinicians carry out procedures in a faster, more accurate way.
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