KernelMed Announces the Official Launch of Its Superficial X-Ray Radiotherapy System: A Milestone in China’s High-End Medical Equipment Innovation
2025-11-19 17:11In an era where medical technology is evolving at unprecedented speed, KernelMed has taken a historic step forward. The company proudly announces the official market launch of its independently developed X-ray Radiotherapy System, a device engineered specifically for superficial radiotherapy (SRT) applications.
This achievement not only represents years of engineering innovation and clinical research, but also marks a milestone in China’s domestic development of high-end superficial radiotherapy systems. With this launch, KernelMed formally enters the advanced radiotherapy equipment sector, contributing a major “Made-in-China” breakthrough to the global radiotherapy landscape.
The system has been granted regulatory approval with the registration number: GXZZ 20253051973, validating its safety, performance, and clinical application value.
A New Generation of Radiotherapy Technology Built from the Ground Up
Unlike conventional approaches, the KernelMed X-ray Radiotherapy System is founded on an entirely re-engineered technological architecture. This includes:
New vacuum-chamber electron acceleration
Precision-controlled soft X-ray output
Intelligent dose planning and real-time monitoring
High-precision six-axis robotic positioning
Rapid-response thermal management
These innovations elevate superficial radiotherapy to a new level of accuracy, reliability, and clinical adaptability, addressing long-standing limitations in traditional SRT systems.

1. Technological Breakthrough: Advanced Electron Acceleration and High-Precision Soft X-ray Generation
At the core of this device lies an innovative high-energy electron-beam acceleration system, operating inside a vacuum chamber. By generating soft X-rays under a megavolt-class electric field, the device surpasses the limitations of earlier generations of radiotherapy equipment.
1.1 Precise Energy Control for True Superficial Treatment
Soft X-rays in the low-kilovolt range are particularly effective for:
Non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC)
Basal cell carcinoma (BCC)
Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC)
Dermatologic tumors
Keloids and hypertrophic scars
KernelMed’s technology emphasizes shallow penetration, enabling effective tumor control while minimizing exposure to deeper tissues—one of the most critical safety considerations in dermatologic oncology.
1.2 Breakthrough in Dose Output Stability
The advanced X-ray control module ensures:
Consistent beam quality
High output stability
Precise target coverage
Reproducible dose delivery
This is essential for indications like keloids, where postoperative radiotherapy requires precise dosing within hours of surgical excision to prevent recurrence.
1.3 RAD Verification: Making Dose Validation a Core Part of Treatment Safety
The RAD inspection feature allows real-time validation of dose output, ensuring:
Treatment accuracy
Safety reliability
Full alignment with clinical dose protocols
This function places KernelMed among a select group of manufacturers integrating verification directly into the equipment.
2. Human-Centered Design: Built for Clinicians, Optimized for Workflow
KernelMed designed the system based on extensive feedback from dermatologists, oncologists, and radiotherapy technicians.
2.1 Intelligent Dose Planning System
The built-in planning module:
Automatically identifies collimator specifications
Suggests treatment parameters
Reduces manual operation and human error
Streamlines workflow for high-volume clinics
2.2 Modular Engineering
The entire hardware structure is developed with:
Simplified maintenance
Quick part replacement
Reduced downtime
This design ensures clinical efficiency, especially for institutions with heavy patient throughput.
2.3 Multi-Specification Collimator System
Different collimator sizes allow:
Precise adaptation to various lesion sizes
Optimal dose confinement
Improved clinical outcomes in irregular or small tumor margins
This flexibility is crucial for treating lesions on:
Nose
Eyelids
Ears
Scalp
Shoulders
Chest wall
2.4 Real-Time Visualization Window
A high-transmittance observation window supports:
Direct monitoring of treatment positioning
Real-time adjustment
Improved procedural safety
This is especially valuable for complex anatomical locations.
3. Precision Mechanical Engineering: The Power of KNavi™ Six-Axis Robotic Arm Technology
One of the signature features is the six-axis high-precision collaborative robotic arm supported by KernelMed’s proprietary KNavi™ robotic positioning system.
3.1 Sub-Millimeter Accuracy
The robotic arm enables:
Highly repeatable beam alignment
Self-adaptive adjustment for difficult body surfaces
Smooth, vibration-free positioning
This contributes significantly to reducing setup time and improving dose accuracy.
3.2 Enhanced Patient Comfort and Safety
For patients with facial tumors, scalp lesions, or lesions near mobile areas like the neck, the robotic arm ensures positioning accuracy without requiring uncomfortable immobilization.
3.3 A New Standard for Intelligent Treatment Delivery
The integration of intelligent positioning with real-time dose control reflects the shift toward automated radiotherapy workflows—previously available only on high-end global systems.
4. Thermal Control Innovation: K_Cooling System™ Ensuring Continuous Stability
KernelMed developed the K_Cooling system™, a high-efficiency thermal regulation platform designed to maintain device stability during prolonged operation.
4.1 Fast Thermal Response
This allows:
Immediate heat management
Stable output during high-duty cycles
Protection of core components under continuous use
4.2 Support for Long Clinical Sessions
Clinics treating large patient volumes benefit from:
Uninterrupted operation
Reduced thermal shutdown risk
Improved scheduling efficiency
4.3 Enhanced Device Lifespan
Controlled temperature directly extends:
Tube life
Mechanical component longevity
Maintenance intervals
5. Personalized Treatment: Tailored Dose and Field Selection for Every Patient
Radiotherapy must respect the individuality of each patient’s skin condition and treatment plan. KernelMed’s system is engineered precisely for this purpose.
5.1 Customizable Irradiation Fields
Through its multi-specification collimators, the system adapts to:
Nodular BCC
Superficial BCC
SCC in situ
Invasive SCC (selected cases)
Bowen’s disease
Keratoacanthoma
Keloids (post-surgery radiotherapy)
Chronic inflammatory lesions requiring superficial beam therapy
5.2 Optimized Dose Distribution
The system ensures:
Maximum concentration of dose within the target
Effective sparing of surrounding healthy tissue
Reduced risk of radiation-induced damage
This satisfies the clinical demand for precision medicine in dermatologic radiotherapy.
5.3 Clinical Value Across Multiple Indications
Dermatologic Oncology
Non-melanoma skin cancers (BCC & SCC)
Actinic keratosis
Skin adnexal tumors
Bowen’s disease
Benign Dermatologic and Postoperative Conditions
Keloids
Hypertrophic scars
Granuloma annulare
Cavernous hemangioma (selected cases)
The device provides an effective, non-invasive, outpatient treatment option for facilities aiming to expand dermatologic oncologic capabilities.
6. Design Philosophy: Merging Eastern Aesthetics With Modern Minimalism
Beyond engineering, KernelMed infused the product with an aesthetic language inspired by Eastern philosophy and minimalist design principles.
6.1 Purity and Balance of Form
The device’s visual presentation emphasizes:
Clean lines
Balanced proportions
Intuitive spatial orientation
It creates a sense of calm and refinement within clinical environments.
6.2 Harmony Between Technology and Human Experience
The product conveys a design ethos where:
Medical technology serves both function and emotional comfort
Space is used intentionally
Clinical workflows feel intuitive rather than mechanical
6.3 An Atmosphere of Professionalism
Through this design approach:
Patients experience reassurance
Clinicians experience reduced cognitive load
The treatment environment becomes more coherent and modern
7. Elevating China’s Presence in Global Radiotherapy Technology
KernelMed’s X-ray Radiotherapy System represents more than a product release—it symbolizes a strategic milestone for China’s medical device industry.
7.1 Breaking Foreign Monopoly in Superficial Radiotherapy
For decades, superficial X-ray therapy (SRT/XRT) systems were dominated by foreign manufacturers. KernelMed’s innovation changes that dynamic.
7.2 Boosting Domestic Clinical Accessibility
By expanding availability of high-quality domestic systems:
Hospitals across China gain affordable access
Primary and secondary care facilities can establish radiotherapy rooms
More patients receive early, effective treatment
7.3 Empowering Skin Cancer Treatment in China
With rising incidence of NMSC worldwide, the need for:
Early detection
Non-invasive treatment
Cost-effective therapeutic options
is stronger than ever. KernelMed’s system addresses these needs directly.
7.4 A Strategic Step in China’s Medical Device Independence
This launch aligns with China’s broader goals in:
Healthcare modernization
Industrial upgrading
Innovation-driven manufacturing
KernelMed’s success demonstrates the capability of domestic enterprises to achieve world-class radiotherapy engineering.
“With Foresight, Create the Unseen; With Difference, Achieve Common Health.”
The launch of KernelMed’s X-ray Radiotherapy System marks a technological and symbolic breakthrough for China’s high-end medical equipment industry.
This system embodies:
Engineering innovation
Clinical precision
Human-centered design
Aesthetic refinement
Industrial significance
Most importantly, it offers new therapeutic possibilities for patients suffering from:
Skin cancers
Keloids
Superficial tumors
Various benign proliferative lesions
KernelMed will continue advancing medical technology with the vision:
“With foresight, create the unseen; with difference, achieve common health.”
Through innovation and dedication, Kernelmed aims to contribute to a future where advanced radiotherapy is accessible, precise, and beneficial to all.