Snke Unveils Purpose-Built AR Glasses Tailored to Surgical and Clinical Demands
- SnkeXR launches as an open platform headset built to meet strict medical standards and support surgical precision.
- The device includes depth scanning, stereoscopic magnification, integrated lighting, and detachable six-hour power.
Snke OS GmbH has launched SnkeXR, a new augmented reality headset built for the medical technology industry. It is a medical-grade, open platform designed to integrate AR into clinical workflows and procedures.
“We believe the SnkeXR glasses have the potential to make augmented reality an integral part of the healthcare experience,” said Stefan Vilsmeier, founder and CEO of Snke, in a press release. “These glasses mark a step toward a future where technology amplifies human capability by helping clinicians see, understand, and act with greater precision. Packed with its advanced sensors, SnkeXR provides contextual data that expands AI from the digital to the physical world.”
SnkeXR is built for surgical precision and clinical reliability. It includes a surgical tracker with 0.3mm marker pose accuracy for intra-operative guidance, and a depth camera that continuously scans surface anatomy at 30 frames per second to support real-time patient registration. For enhanced visibility, the headset offers stereoscopic loupe magnification up to 3.5X, a transparent display with optimized projection and focal alignment, and an integrated headlight. A detachable, waist-mounted battery delivers up to six hours of operation. The device is manufactured to meet medical compliance standards, including ISO 13485, ISO 14971, IEC 60601-1, and IEC 62304, with ongoing post-market support.
The platform is designed for use across clinical fields such as orthopedics, neurosurgery, spine, electrophysiology, interventional radiology, ob/gyn, and dental. It also supports applications in procedure planning, remote collaboration, and clinical training.
🌀 Tom’s Take:
SnkeXR stands out because it’s designed specifically for medical use, not adapted from consumer AR.
Source: Business Wire / Snke
