Philips Unveils Rembra, a Scanner Capable of 270 Exams Per Day
Royal Philips introduced Rembra on Thursday, a next-generation computed tomography system designed for high-volume and emergency imaging environments. The system was publicly unveiled for the first time at the ECR 2026 congress in Vienna.
Advanced Technology for Healthcare Efficiency
Rembra was developed to address the increasing pressures on healthcare systems, characterized by rising patient volumes, clinical complexity, and staff shortages. The system combines advanced detector technology, ultra-fast reconstruction speeds, and optimized workflows. Philips highlights that Rembra offers a reconstruction speed of up to 106 images per second, aimed at speeding up image access in cases of stroke, trauma, and other urgent situations. The system can handle up to 270 exams per day, according to the manufacturer's data. The device features an 85 cm bore, the largest in its class, designed to facilitate patient positioning and access, especially in cases of trauma, bariatric surgery, and interventions.
Core Features and AI Integration
At the heart of Rembra lies Philips' NanoPanel Precise XD detector, a high-density technology paired with artificial intelligence. The detector offers a planar spatial resolution of 23 line pairs per centimeter and the capability to visualize anatomical structures down to 0.25 mm. The system has a standard field of view of 60 cm and an extended field of view of 85 cm, both touted as the widest in their class. Intelligent workflows assisted by AI are integrated to automate routine steps. Philips specifies that Rembra is designed to operate at high altitudes up to 5,000 meters and offers a lifespan of up to 20 years with required maintenance and upgrades. The Tube for Life service program covers tube replacement for ten years. Verida, the first spectral CT scanner based on detector and powered by AI, also makes its European debut at ECR 2026.
