K223308 · Hivox Biotek, Inc. · NUH · May 13, 2023 · Neurology
Device Facts
Record ID
K223308
Device Name
HEATING TENS/EMS, FT-810R
Applicant
Hivox Biotek, Inc.
Product Code
NUH · Neurology
Decision Date
May 13, 2023
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 882.5890
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
This home used device is designed to be used for adult and for temporary relief of pain associated with sore and aching muscles in the shoulder, waist, back, upper extremities (arm) and lower extremities (leg) due to strain from exercise or normal household work activities. In addition, it also provides a heat function intended to temporarily relieve minor aches and pains.
Device Story
Heating TENS (FT-810R) is a self-adhesive, remote-controlled TENS device for home use. It delivers electrical nerve stimulation via gel pads and provides a heat function. Device inputs include user-selected intensity levels (15 levels) and heat settings (low/high) via remote. The device operates by passing electrical currents through the skin; it features a 2.4GHz RF transceiver for wireless remote control. Output is biphasic, symmetrical electrical stimulation and heat. Healthcare providers instruct patients on TENS self-treatment regimes; patients operate the device independently. Output affects pain management by providing non-pharmacological relief. Benefits include temporary relief of muscle pain and minor aches. The device includes automatic overload/no-load trips and automatic shut-off for safety.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only, including biocompatibility, software validation, electromagnetic compatibility, electrical safety, usability, and performance verification (output waveform, impedance, and function validation).
Technological Characteristics
PC/ABS plastic housing; 3.7V Lithium-ion battery; 2.4GHz RF wireless communication. Biphasic symmetrical waveform. Regulated current output. Compliant with ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-11, IEC 60601-2-10, ISO 10993-5/10/23. Software validated per IEC 62304.
Indications for Use
Indicated for adults for temporary relief of pain associated with sore/aching muscles in shoulder, waist, back, upper extremities (arm), and lower extremities (leg) due to strain from exercise or normal household work. Also provides heat for temporary relief of minor aches and pains.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator for pain relief is a device used to apply an electrical current to electrodes on a patient's skin to treat pain.
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May 13, 2023
Hivox Biotek Inc. Shaun Hsu Regulatory Affairs Specialist 5F., No. 123, Xingde Rd. Sanchong Dist. New Taipei City, 24158 Taiwan
Re: K223308
Trade/Device Name: Heating Tens/ems, Ft-810r Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.5890 Regulation Name: Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator For Pain Relief Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: NUH, IRT Dated: January 17, 2023 Received: April 14, 2023
Dear Shaun Hsu:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's
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requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reportingcombination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (OS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
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Sincerely,
# Pamela D. Scott -S
Pamela D. Scott Assistant Director DHT5B: Division of Neuromodulation and Physical Medicine Devices OHT5: Office of Neurological and Physical Medicine Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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#### DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration
# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K223308
Device Name Heating TENS (FT-810R)
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
This home used device is designed to be used for adult and for temporary relief of pain associated with sore and aching muscles in the shoulder, waist, back, upper extremities (leg) due to strain from exercise or normal household work activities. In addition, it also provides a heat function intended to temporarily relieve minor aches and pains.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | |
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Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
X Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# 510(k) SUMMARY
## 1. Type of Submission Traditional
| 2. Date of Summary | October 21, 2022 |
|--------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 3. Submitter | HIVOX BIOTEK INC. |
| Address: | 5F., No. 123, Xingde Rd., Sanchong Dist.,<br>New Taipei City 24158, Taiwan, R.O.C. |
| Phone: | +886-2-8511-2668 |
| Fax: | +886-2-8511-2669 |
| Contact: | Shaun Hsu (shaun.hsu@hivox-biotek.com) |
# 4. Identification of the Subject Device
| Proprietary Name: | Heating TENS |
|-------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------|
| Model: | FT-810R |
| Regulation Description: | Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator for pain relief |
| Product Code: | NUH |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 882.5890 |
| Device Class: | II |
## 5. Identification of the Predicate Device #1
| 510(k) Number: | K203574 |
|-------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Manufacturer: | HIVOX BIOTEK INC. |
| Proprietary Name: | HIVOX OTC Electrical Stimulator |
| Model: | EM59-1 |
| Regulatory Description: | 1) Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator for pain relief<br>2) Power heating pad |
| Product Code: | NUH, IRT |
| Regulatory Number: | 1) 21 CFR 882.5890<br>2) 21 CFR 890.5740 |
| Device Class: | II |
## 6. Identification of the Predicate Device #2
| 510(k) Number: | K211403 |
|-------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------|
| Manufacturer: | HIVOX BIOTEK INC. |
| Proprietary Name: | HIVOX OTC Electrical Stimulator |
| Model: | FT610-B |
| Regulatory Description: | Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator for pain relie |
| Product Code: | NUH |
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Regulatory Number: 21 CFR 882.5890 Device Class: II
#### 7. Identification of the Reference Device
| 510(k) Number: | K163393 |
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| Manufacturer: | Hi-Dow International, Inc. |
| Proprietary Name: | Hi-Dow Wireless TENS/EMS |
| Model: | HD-5N |
| Regulatory Description: | Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator for pain relief |
| Product Code: | NUH, NGX |
| Regulatory Number: | 21 CFR 882.5890 |
| Device Class: | II |
## 8. Device Description
The FT-810R with a remote controller is a self-adhesive TENS device with 15 adjustable intensity level for pain relief. Moreover, it also provides a heat function which can be used in conjunction with the TENS function. TENS, Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation, refers to the electrical stimulation of nerves through the skin which is an effective non-pharmacological method of pain relief. It can be used for self-treatment. Any symptoms that could be relieved using TENS must be checked by your general practitioner who will also give you instruction on how to carry out a TENS self-treatment regime.
TENS device works by passing electrical currents over the skin via a set of gel pads. As a transfer medium, the gel pads are subject to natural wear and tear and must be replaced when they stop providing sufficient contact or the main device no longer sticks to the skin completely. Failure to replace the gel pad may lead to skin irritation as a result of heightened current density in particular areas.
## 9. Intended Use / Indications for Use of the Device
This home used device is designed to be used for adult and for temporary relief of pain associated with sore and aching muscles in the shoulder, waist, back, upper extremities (arm) and lower extremities (leg) due to strain from exercise or normal household work activities. In addition, it also provides a heat function intended to temporarily relieve minor aches and pains.
## 10. Non-clinical Testing
A series of safety and performance tests, as follows, were conducted on the subject
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device in accordance with FDA recognized consensus standards and/or guidance:
- Shelf life (ASTM F1980-16)
- Biocompatibility (ISO 10993-1 Edition 5.0, ISO 10993-5 Edition 3.0 and ISO 10993-10 Edition 3.0)
- Software validation (IEC 62304 Edition 1.1)
- Electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety (ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1:2015/(R)2012, IEC 60601-1-2 Edition 4.0, IEC 60601-1-11 Edition 2.0 and IEC 60601-2-10 Edition 2.1)
- Function test (Guidance Document for Powered Muscle Stimulator 510(K)s. Document issued on: June 9, 1999)
- Usability test (IEC 60601-1-6 Edition 3.2 and IEC 62366-1 Edition 1.1)
- Function Validation (Attachment 19-1 Performance Verification Report)
- Output Waveform Validation (Guidance Document for Powered Muscle Stimulator 510(K)s. Document issued on: June 8, 1999, Attachment 19-3 Output Waveform Report)
- Impedance Validation (Attachment 19-4 Impedance Test Report)
All the test results demonstrate the subject device, Heating TENS (FT-810R), meets the requirements of its pre-defined acceptance criteria and intended use, and its substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
## 11. Clinical Testing
No clinical test data was used to support the decision of substantial equivalence.
## 12. Substantial Equivalence Comparison
The subject device, Heating TENS (FT-810R), was compared to the predicate devices and reference device in the table below:
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#### Traditional 510(k) Section 6 – 510(k) Summary
# Table 1 – Comparison to Predicate Devices and Reference Device
| Comparison item | Subject device | Predicate device #1 | Predicate device #2 | Reference device | Substantial<br>Equivalence Determination |
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| 510(k) Number | K223308 | K203574 | K211403 | K163393 | |
| Device Name | Heating TENS | HIVOX OTC Electrical<br>Stimulator | HIVOX OTC Electrical<br>Stimulator | Hi-Dow Wireless<br>TENS/EMS | N/A |
| Model | FT-810R | EM59-1 | FT610-B | HD-5N | |
| Manufacturer | HIVOX BIOTEK INC. | HIVOX BIOTEK INC. | HIVOX BIOTEK INC. | Hi-Dow International, Inc. | |
| Intended Use | This home used device is<br>designed to be used for adult and<br>for temporary relief of pain<br>associated with sore and aching<br>muscles in the shoulder, waist,<br>back, upper extremities (arm) and<br>lower extremities (leg) due to<br>strain from exercise or normal<br>household work activities. In<br>addition, it also provides a heat<br>function intended to temporarily<br>relief of minor aches and pains. | EM59-1:<br>TENS: This function is designed to be used for temporary relief of<br>pain associated with sore and aching muscles in the shoulder,<br>waist, back, upper extremities (arm) and lower extremities (leg)<br>due to strain from exercise or normal household work activities.<br>SH: This function is designed to be used for temporary relief of<br>minor aches and pains. | The FT610-B is designed<br>for symptomatic relief and<br>management of chronic<br>pain, and for temporary<br>relief of pain associated<br>with sore and aching<br>muscles in the shoulder,<br>waist, back, neck, upper<br>extremities and lower<br>extremities due to strain<br>from exercise or normal<br>household work activities. | TENS:<br>To be used for the<br>temporary relief of pain<br>associated with sore or<br>aching muscles in the<br>shoulder, waist, back,<br>upper extremities (arm),<br>and lower extremities (leg)<br>due to strain from exercise<br>or normal household work<br>activities.<br>EMS:<br>It is intended for muscle<br>conditioning, used for<br>stimulating muscles<br>including abdomen muscles<br>in order to improve or<br>facilitate muscle<br>performance. | Subject device implements the same<br>technological features as the predicate<br>devices.<br>We are using the FT610-B to show that<br>FDA has cleared a TENS with heating<br>capability for the same indication for us<br>that we are seeking for the FT-810R that<br>has maximum charge per phase of 7.2 $\mu$<br>which is lower than the maximum<br>charge per phase of the 810R. The<br>primary predicate (predicate # 1) has a<br>maximum charger per phase of 45 $\mu$ and<br>has a heating capability and an<br>indication for use that is identical to<br>which you are seeking for the 810R.<br>Therefore, because the maximum charge<br>per phase of the 810R falls between the<br>charge per phase of the 610-B and the<br>EM59-1 and the 810R has the same<br>indication for use as the two predicates,<br>The FT-810R is substantially equivalent<br>to the legally marketed predicate.<br>Additionally, reference device used for<br>addition of wireless. |
| FDA Product Code | NUH | NUH, IRT | NUH | NUH, NGX | Identical to predicate device #2 |
| Prescription or OTC | OTC | OTC | OTC | OTC | Identical |
| Power Source(s) | 3.7 V Lithium-ion battery | Rechargeable battery | 3.7 V Lithium-ion battery | DC 3.7V Lithium Battery | Identical |
| Function and Design | Electrical stimulation<br>and heat | Electrical stimulation<br>and heat | Electrical stimulation<br>and heat | Electrical stimulation | Identical to predicate device |
| Heating setting | Low and high | Low and high | Nonadjustable | N/A | Predicate device #2 has nonadjustable<br>heating setting which will stay<br>continuously 43℃ unless user switch off<br>the heating function. Hence, the setting<br>differences would not raise concern in |
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| | Comparison item | Subject device | Predicate device #1 | Predicate device #2 | Reference device | Substantial<br>Equivalence Determination | |
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| | | | | | | safety or effectiveness from predicate<br>device | |
| | Maximum Temperature Setting<br>(°C) | 43 | 43 | 43 | N/A | Identical to predicate device | |
| | Output Pattern of the Heating | Delivers electrical<br>stimulation and heat<br>simultaneously | · Electrical stimulation only<br>· Heat only<br>· Electrical stimulation + Heat simultaneously | Delivers electrical<br>stimulation and heat<br>simultaneously | N/A | Identical to predicate device | |
| | Method of Line Current<br>Isolation | N/A<br>(internal power source) | N/A<br>(internal power source) | N/A<br>(internal power source) | Two separate devices, and<br>use independent power<br>supply system. | Identical to predicate device | |
| | Patient<br>Leakage<br>Current | Normal<br>Condition (μΑ) | < 10 | < 10 | DC: <10 AC: <100 | Identical to predicate device #2 | |
| | | Single Fault<br>Condition (μΑ) | < 50 | 5.6 | < 50 | DC: <50 AC: < 500 | Identical to predicate device #2 |
| | Number of Output Modes | 4 | TENS: 15<br>SH: 1 | 3 | 4 | Mode differences would not raise<br>concern in safety or effectiveness from<br>predicate device | |
| | Number of<br>output<br>Channels | Synchronous or<br>Alternating? | Single channel | 2 Synchronous | Single channel | 2 Channel Asynchronous | Identical to predicate device #2 |
| | | Method of<br>Channel<br>Isolation | N/A | By electrical circuit and software | N/A | Two separate devices, and<br>use independent power<br>supply system. | Identical to predicate device #2 |
| | Regulated Current or Regulated<br>Voltage? | Current | Regulated current | Regulated current | Regulated Voltage | Identical to predicate device | |
| | Software/Firmware/Microproce<br>ssor Control? | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Identical | |
| | Automatic Overload Trip? | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Identical to predicate device | |
| | Automatic No-Load Trip? | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Identical to predicate device | |
| | Automatic Shut Off? | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Identical | |
| | Patient Override Control? | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Identical | |
| | On/Off Status? | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Identical to predicate device #1 | |
| | Indicator<br>Display | Low Battery? | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Identical to predicate device #1 |
| | | Voltage/<br>Current Level? | No | No | No | No | Identical to predicate device #1 |
| | Timer Range (minute) | 20 | 5 to 100 minutes<br>adjustable | 20 | 45 | Identical to predicate device #2 | |
| | Compliant with Voluntary<br>Standards? | ES60601-1<br>IEC 60601-1-2<br>IEC 60601-1-11<br>IEC 60601-2-10 | ES60601-1 IEC 60601-1-2<br>IEC 60601-1-11<br>IEC 60601-2-10 | ES60601-1<br>IEC 60601-1-2<br>IEC 60601-1-11<br>IEC 60601-2-10 | IEC 60601-1 / ES60601-1<br>IEC 60601-1-2<br>IEC 60601-1-11<br>IEC 60601-2-10 | Identical to predicate device #2 | |
| Comparison item | Subject device | Predicate device #1 | Predicate device #2 | Reference device | Substantial<br>Equivalence Determination | | |
| | ISO 10993-5<br>ISO 10993-10<br>ISO 10993-23 | | ISO 10993-5<br>ISO 10993-10 | ISO 10993-5<br>ISO 10993-10 | | | |
| | Compliant with 21 CFR 898? | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Identical | |
| | Weight (g) | 102 | Approx. 125<br>(including belt clip and battery) | 47 | Remote: 62<br>Receiver: 24 | Weight differences would not raise<br>concern in safety or effectiveness from<br>predicate device | |
| | Dimensions (mm)<br>[W x H x D] | 300 × 100 × 15 | Approx. 139 × 66 × 26<br>(including belt clip) | 193 × 95 × 15 | Remote: 108 × 53 × 15<br>Receiver: Φ57 × 12 | Dimension differences would not raise<br>concern in safety or effectiveness from<br>predicate device | |
| | Housing Materials and<br>Construction | PC/ABS plastic | Plastic (ABS) enclosure | PC/ABS plastic | ABS | Identical to predicate device | |
| | Waveform | Biphasic, Symmetrical | Biphasic | Biphasic, Symmetrical | Pulsed Biphasic | Identical to predicate device | |
| | Shape | Rectangular | Rectangular | Rectangular | Rectangular | Identical | |
| Maximum<br>Output<br>Voltage<br>(Vp-p, ±10%) | @ 500 Ω | 72 | 100 | 72 | (TENS) MODE 3:<br>48.5V@500Ω<br>(TENS) MODE 4:<br>41.1V@500Ω<br>(EMS) MODE 1:<br>37.9V@500Ω<br>(EMS) MODE 2:<br>46.8V@500Ω | No significant differences would raise<br>concern in safety or effectiveness from<br>predicate device | |
| | @ 2 kΩ | 112 | 180 | 112 | 41.1V@500Ω<br>(EMS) MODE 1:<br>37.9V@500Ω | | |
| | @ 10 kΩ | 120 | 250 | 120 | 37.9V@500Ω<br>(EMS) MODE 2:<br>46.8V@500Ω | | |
| Maximum<br>Output<br>Current<br>(mAp-p,<br>±10%) | @ 500 Ω | 144 | 200 | 144 | (TENS) MODE 3:<br>97mA@500Ω<br>(TENS) MODE 4:<br>82.2mA@500Ω<br>(EMS) MODE 1:<br>75.8mA@500Ω<br>(EMS) MODE 2:<br>93.6mA@500Ω | No significant differences would raise<br>concern in safety or effectiveness from<br>predicate device | |
| | @ 2 kΩ | 56 | 90 | 56 | (TENS) MODE 4:<br>82.2mA@500Ω<br>(EMS) MODE 1:<br>75.8mA@500Ω | | |
| | @ 10 kΩ | 12 | 25 | 12 | (EMS) MODE 1:<br>75.8mA@500Ω<br>(EMS) MODE 2:<br>93.6mA@500Ω | | |
| | Pulse Width (µs) | 200 - 400 | 50 to 450 | 100 | (TENS) MODE 3:<br>Continuous<br>(TENS) MODE 4: 92.5<br>(EMS) MODE 1: 4.6<br>(EMS) MODE 2: 4.8 | No significant differences would raise<br>concern in safety or effectiveness from<br>predicate device<br>NOTE: Referring to "Maximum Phase<br>Charge" for details | |
| | Frequency (Hz) | 6~45 | 1 to 150 | 100 | (TENS) MODE 3: 1.28<br>(TENS) MODE 4: 1~59.8<br>(EMS) MODE 1: 52.3<br>(EMS) MODE 2: 5.8 | No significant differences would raise<br>concern in…
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Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.