Xfloater Project

: Enabling the treatment of "dysfunctional floaters" that are currently too close to the retina for standard YAG lasers to safely target. 🤝 Partners and Support

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: Funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) under the Promotion of Joint Industrial Research Programme. xfloater project

The project utilizes a three-line catenary mooring system with polyester ropes and suction anchors. This design is not only cost-effective but also eco-friendly, as it doesn’t require heavy chains dragging across the seabed, preserving benthic habitats. : Enabling the treatment of "dysfunctional floaters" that

Compared to existing YAG vitreolysis , which typically offers a 70–73% improvement rate, the XFloater approach seeks to improve patient outcomes by providing a more automated and predictable procedure. By minimizing "energy spikes" and improving targeting, it may reduce rare but serious side effects like cataracts or retinal tears. This design is not only cost-effective but also

The project is a medical research initiative focused on creating a safer, non-invasive laser treatment for eye floaters using ultra-short pulse (UKP) lasers and real-time 3D imaging .