Verasonics Introduces New Features for Vantage® NXT Ultrasound System
Introduction
Verasonics, Inc., a leader in research ultrasound, has announced a significant update to its Vantage NXT Research Ultrasound System, designed to enhance ultrasound research and product development. This update, available to all Vantage NXT customers starting March 20, 2025, includes the introduction of the Acquisition SDK Programming Model and a new 3 MHz Matrix Array Transducer, both of which aim to expand the system’s capabilities and improve user experience.
Acquisition SDK Programming Model
One of the key updates in the Vantage NXT 2.0 release is the Acquisition SDK Programming Model, a C-based application programming interface (API) that allows users to program the Vantage NXT Ultrasound System without relying on MATLAB®. This new SDK offers significant flexibility for researchers and developers by enabling the development of applications using other programming languages, making it an ideal choice for those looking to optimize code, integrate third-party software, or commercialize their ultrasound applications.
The Acquisition SDK closely mirrors the data structures and naming conventions used in the MATLAB programming model, making it easier for users to transition existing sequences to the new environment. This update is particularly beneficial for customers aiming to develop custom graphical user interfaces (GUIs) or create applications that do not require MATLAB, streamlining the development process.
Jon K. Daigle, President and CEO of Verasonics, emphasized the importance of the Acquisition SDK in meeting the evolving needs of their customers. “The Acquisition SDK is the next step in meeting the needs of our customers,” said Daigle. “Our highly flexible sequence-based MATLAB programming model has been the gold standard in research ultrasound programming since 2007. This new model provides users with the ability to optimize code more efficiently, develop software using other programming languages, and build custom GUIs outside of MATLAB.”
Verasonics Introduces New Features for Vantage® NXT Ultrasound System
3 MHz Matrix Array Transducer
Along with the Acquisition SDK, Verasonics is also introducing the M3dV 3 MHz Matrix Array Transducer, a new addition to the Vantage NXT system that enhances image quality and reconstruction. The M3dV features a monolithic design that improves the system’s image reconstruction process, delivering clearer and more detailed ultrasound images.
This 3 MHz Matrix Array Transducer utilizes 1024 elements arranged in a 32 x 32 grid, providing enhanced performance and resolution. It is fully compatible with both the Vantage and Vantage NXT 256-channel systems, making it a versatile option for a wide range of research applications. The new transducer is designed to meet the demands of advanced ultrasound research, offering improved accuracy and high-quality imaging for various biomedical and material science studies.
Collaborations for Enhanced Software Development
In addition to the new hardware and software updates, Verasonics is actively collaborating with leading software companies to expand the applications available to Vantage NXT users. These collaborations aim to provide a broader range of software development tools and capabilities for biomedical and materials science researchers, further enhancing the versatility and value of the Vantage NXT system. By working with industry leaders, Verasonics ensures that its ultrasound systems are equipped with the latest innovations in software and technology, allowing researchers to push the boundaries of ultrasound imaging and data analysis.
Conclusion
The Vantage NXT 2.0 release represents a significant advancement in ultrasound research technology. With the new Acquisition SDK Programming Model and 3 MHz Matrix Array Transducer, Verasonics is enhancing the capabilities of the Vantage NXT system, providing users with the tools they need to optimize ultrasound research and development. These updates not only improve image quality and system flexibility but also expand the range of applications available for research in biomedical and materials science fields.
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About Verasonics, Inc.
Verasonics is a privately held company founded in 2001, with headquarters in Kirkland, Washington, USA. Verasonics, the leader in research ultrasound, is focused on providing researchers and developers with the most advanced and flexible tools enabling them to develop new algorithms and products used in biomedical ultrasound, materials science, earth sciences, and the physics of acoustics and ultrasonics. Verasonics also licenses its technology to companies for use in their commercial products. Researchers in countries across North and South America, Europe, Asia and Oceania routinely use Verasonics product solutions to advance the art and science of ultrasound through their own research efforts.
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