ClearCam Receives AFWERX Contract for Surgical Visualization Technology
Austin-based ClearCam has been awarded a $74,360 contract by AFWERX to explore AI-enabled surgical visualization technology for Air Force applications.
Austin, Texas – Medical technology company ClearCam, Inc. announced it has been selected by AFWERX for a $74,360 Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I contract. The funding will support the advancement of ClearScope IQ™, ClearCam's artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled surgical visualization technology, with a focus on applications for the U.S. Air Force.
The ClearScope IQ™ platform integrates proprietary AI visualization software with a mechanical lens cleaner, aiming to ensure a consistently clear view during minimally invasive surgery. The company states that maintaining clear visualization is essential for surgical success and patient safety.
Through the AFWERX initiative, designed to accelerate innovation for the Department of the Air Force, ClearCam seeks to explore how its technology can support military medicine and enhance surgical readiness. This collaboration aims to integrate advanced visualization capabilities into military healthcare scenarios.
"ClearScope IQ™ is the next evolution of ClearCam's approach to enhancing surgical visualization," said Christopher Idelson, PhD, CTO and Co-Founder of ClearCam. "With ClearScope IQ™, we are exploring how artificial intelligence can help recognize visualization degradation and create a foundation for smarter, more responsive surgical tools. A successful effort could strengthen ClearCam's platform and support the connected operating room of the future."
ClearCam, Inc. is focused on improving patient outcomes and surgical efficiency through practical operating room solutions. The development of AI-driven technologies like ClearScope IQ™ aligns with the company's mission to advance intelligent surgery and enhance visualization in minimally invasive procedures.