Aquilion Lightning CT 80 Slice Scanner
AiCE

Deep Learning Reconstruction

See through the noise

The Advanced intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE), a revoluntary approach to CT reconstruction, uses Deep Learning to distinguish true signal from noise to deliver sharp, clear and distinct images at speed. Trained using vast amounts of high-quality image data, AiCE provides enhanced anatomical resolution across the whole body¹ including brain, lung, cardiac and musculoskeletal systems.

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AiCE

AiCE deep learning reconstruction images feature:

  • Our best low-contrast resolution, ever ¹,³
  • Dose neutral industry-leading ultra-high resolution²
  • Improved low-contrast detectability, noise and spatial resolution relative to hybrid iterative reconstruction
  • Image noise texture more similar to FBP compared to MBIR reconstruction³
  • Fast reconstruction
  • Easy workflow

¹1.5mm @ 0.3%, 22 mGy
²Aquilion Precision, Dose neutral between Ultra-high resolution mode with AiCE and normal resolution mode with hybrid iterative reconstruction
³Aquilion ONE / GENESIS SP

CT Guided Interventions

Simple and Streamlined

Optimize interventional procedures with our new hybrid CT touch-panel interface for CT guided interventions that enables one-handed operation thanks to ergonomically designed controls and a versatile touchscreen tablet.

Plus, with Canon Medical's iterative reconstruction you now have real-time access to the high-quality low-dose images.

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Aquilion ONE PRISM CT Fluoroscopy

Helps reduce rescans in time critical situations.

SUREPosition¹

  • Accurately center and position the patient by scan plan GUI
    • Up-Down
    • Left-Right (option with Tech Assist Lateral Slide)
  • Provides the ability to always perform iso-center scanning for best IQ, without re-centering and re-scanning the patient
  • System generates new (virtual) scanogram—never repeat scanogram
SUREPosition Demo

¹Available on Aquilion ONE / GENESIS SP, Aquilion Prime SP, Aquilion Lightning 80 and Aquilion ONE / PRISM Edition.

SUREPosition

SURESubtraction™ *

SURESubtraction™ has the ability to remove bone and calcium from data sets while allowing clinicians to view tumors or arteries at risk. Currently available for brain, carotid, ortho and lung exams.

Using Canon Medical Systems' fully automated non-rigid registration algorithm, bone, calcium and stent subtraction can be accomplished using a low dose unenhanced scan prior to contrast delivery. Superior visualization of the vertebral arteries and internal carotids can be seen, saving time and improving diagnostic accuracy.

SURESubtraction Demo

*Option

CT 80 Slice Scanner SURESubtraction

Single Energy Metal Artifact Reduction

SEMAR

Canon Medical Systems' SEMAR (Single Energy Metal Artifact Reduction) utilizes a sophisticated iterative reconstruction technique to reduce metallic artifact, improving visualization of implants, supporting bone and the adjacent soft tissues for a clearer and more confident diagnosis. SEMAR can be set in the scan protocol so the reconstructions are fully automatic requiring no additional operator input.

SEMAR Demo SEMAR Case Study

Aquilion Lightning SEMAR

Subtraction CTA**

Superior visualization in CTA with true subtraction of bone and calcification.

**Option

Subtraction CTA

PUREVISION Detector Technology

The system’s 80 row 0.5 mm elements balance image quality, speed and patient dose delivering isotropic images in all planes.

PUREVISION Detector Demo

Aquilion Lightning PUREVISION Detector

Helicool X-ray Tube

  • 5 MHU standard tube: Reliable Canon Medical Systems technology
  • Liquid Metal Bearing: Modern “metal on metal” liquid bearing with superior heat dissipation
  • 0.5 second rotation: Fast rotation speed improving workflow

New Anode also supports more mass and surface area which boosts efficiency.

Aquilion Lightning Helicool X-ray Tube

Ultra Helical Scanning

Shifting from 64 to 80 detector rows with up to 160* slices with the Aquilion Lightning results in shorter scan times and higher quality imaging.

*coneXact double slice technology

Aquilion Lightning Ultra Helical Scanning

Helping you economize on space and energy consumption

Aquilion Lightning 9.8 m2 Small

Aquilion Lightning has been thoughtfully engineered to meet today’s economic challenges.

With a gantry design focusing on smaller installation space and lower energy consumption, Aquilion Lightning provides you more space to work in.

**With small couch

Aquilion Lightning Small Space Diagram

Power saving

Aquilion Lightning incorporates a host of innovative adaptive power management technologies, helping you to decrease energy consumption to reduce your running costs while minimizing your environmental footprint.

Aquilion Lightning power saving

RT Options for the
Aquilion Lightning 80

  • Extended field of view: See more of the anatomy with 70 cm EFOV.
  • RT flat table top: Scan in the same position for comfort and ease.
  • Respiratory gating: Delivers robust flexibility for respiratory motion management.
  • LAP lasers: Improve in-room patient set-up and technologist workflow.
  • Tech Assist Lateral Table movement: Create more flexibility and ease of use.
RT Options for the Aquilion Lightning 80

System upgrades that fit your needs.

Scalable Technology

Make your work flow. Operational solutions on every scanner. The Aquilion Lightning family of CT systems combines unmatched flexibility with cutting-edge technology, lowering your total cost of ownership.

The small footprint of the Aquilion Lightning allows installation in tight rooms, maximizing existing layouts and workspace.

In-field Upgrade

Select the cutting-edge system that matches your needs today — 40, 80 or 160 slices*.

Aquilion Lightning with Scalable Detector Rows Slices
Aquilion Lightning 40 CT Scanner

Aquilion Lightning 40


  • 0.5 mm x 40 PUREViSION detector
  • 40 slices every rotation
  • 2 cm of 0.5 mm coverage
  • 4 cm of 1.0 mm coverage
  • 0.6 / 0.5* sec rotation
  • +/- 30° gantry tilt
  • 78 cm patient aperture
  • SEMAR
  • AIDR 3D Enhanced
Aquilion Lightning 80 CT Scanner

Aquilion Lightning 80


  • 0.5 mm x 80 PUREViSION detector
  • 80 slices every rotation
  • 4 cm of 0.5 mm coverage
  • 0.6 / 0.5* sec rotation
  • +/- 30° gantry tilt
  • 78 cm patient aperture
  • SEMAR
  • AIDR 3D Enhanced
Aquilion Lightning 160 CT Scanner

Aquilion Lightning 160


  • 0.5 mm x 80 PUREViSION detector
  • 160 slices every rotation**
  • 4 cm of 0.5 mm coverage
  • 0.6 / 0.5* sec rotation
  • +/- 30° gantry tilt
  • 78 cm patient aperture
  • SEMAR
  • AIDR 3D Enhanced

*Option, **coneXact double slice technology