Integrated Digital X-ray Imaging in Far-Forward Trauma Environments

The objectives of this Phase I STTR are to define current capabilities, identify surgical use cases, and perform an operational needs assessment of a portable battery powered dual-use fluoroscopy/radiography system used in Trauma environments. The Smart-C mini C-arm device will be evaluated by the Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) and University of Alabama Birmingham (UAB) surgery teams. Deployed military and civilian trauma environments are to be investigated. The outputs of the Phase I STTR are definitions of use case, capability, and an operational needs assessments detailed in a final report. Under the direction of PI Dr. Clark Turner a system prototype concept design is to be designed and reviewed prior to a Phase II award submission.