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Playbook & Handbook · February 6, 2026
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EDTECH: LEVERAGING AI-POWERED TECHNOLOGIES TO TRANSFORM THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE
1. Technology overview
EchoNous Inc. is a point-of-care ultrasound company based in Redmond, Washington, with products manufactured in the United States. It develops the Kosmos platform to put guided, AI-assisted ultrasound into the hands of clinicians across many specialties.
Kosmos combines a portable ultrasound with Doppler modes, a tablet interface and a deep-learning portfolio called Kosmos AI. AI guidance gives real-time scan feedback and assists ejection fraction and bladder volume calculation, while Kosmos EDU teaches novice users. Configurations include Kosmos Mobile, Plus and Plus for Vascular Access, with SDK/API integration for third parties.
2. Highlighted features & specifications
- Kosmos Ultrasound: portable POCUS with PW, CW, TDI, color and CPD Doppler.
- Kosmos AI: deep-learning tools including ejection fraction and bladder volume.
- AI guidance: real-time feedback during scanning for novice and expert users.
- Kosmos EDU: educational app that trains new users.
- Flexible bundles: Mobile, Plus and Plus for Vascular Access configurations.
- Integration: SDK/API and Bridge platform for connecting third-party software.
3. Potential application
Cardiology and critical care units in Vietnamese hospitals can use bedside cardiac scans with EF assistance. Nursing teams can use bladder volume checks and vascular access guidance. Training centers can adopt Kosmos EDU for POCUS courses.
4. Benefits
Real-time AI feedback shortens the learning curve for new scanners. Doppler capability and several probe options cover cardiac, vascular and general exams. A 5-year warranty and drop-tested, water-resistant build lower ownership risk. SOC 2 Type II and HIPAA compliance ease hospital IT review.
5. Market trends & opportunities
Demand for portable ultrasound is rising as hospitals push imaging to the bedside and to primary care. AI guidance is becoming standard to help less-trained staff acquire reliable images, which is relevant for emerging markets with few sonographers.
6. Other information
Based in Redmond, Washington. Named to TIME's World's Top HealthTech Companies 2026 and received a Top Point of Care Ultrasound Technology Award (2026). Works with Us2.ai and 19 Labs.
