Miniature Fiber‑Optic Optical Coherence Elastography Probe for Tissue Mechanics (Miniature Quantitative Optical Coherence Elastography Using a Fiber‑Optic Probe with a Fabry‑Perot Cavity, Tech ID: 16‑027)
Technology Overview: This technology enables quantitative optical coherence elastography (OCE) in a miniaturized, fiber‑optic probe format. By integrating a Fabry‑Perot cavity, the system measures tissue displacement and mechanical properties with high spatial resolution. The compact footprint allows deployment in minimally invasive or point‑of‑care settings, supporting real‑time biomechanical assessment of soft tissues.
Industry Pain Point: Existing elastography methods lack resolution or accessibility for small‑scale or minimally invasive applications.
NJIT Solution: This probe delivers high‑resolution mechanical imaging in a compact, fiber‑based form factor.
Key Features & Advantages
- Miniaturized fiber‑optic probe
- Quantitative tissue stiffness measurement
- High spatial and temporal resolution
- Suitable for minimally invasive diagnostics
Development Stage: TRL 4–5 – Laboratory validation demonstrated.
Target Markets
- Medical imaging diagnostics
- Minimally invasive surgery
- Biomedical research instruments
Market Opportunity
- Global medical imaging market (2026): ~$52B
- CAGR: ~6–7%
- Projected market size (2035): ~$85–90B
Commercial & IP Details
Inventor: Xuan Liu