Viking Systems, Inc. designs, manufactures and markets FDA cleared high performance laparoscopic vision systems. Viking's primary product is the 3Di Vision System (the "3Di System"), an advanced three dimensional ("3-D") vision system used by surgeons for complex minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery, with an initial focus on applications in urology, bariatrics, gynecology and general surgery. We also manufacture two dimensional ("2-D") digital cameras that are sold through strategic partner and Original Equipment Manufacture ("OEM") programs.

Our technology and know-how center on our core technical competencies in optics, digital imaging, sensors, surgical robotics and image management. Viking's focus is to deliver advanced integrated information, visualization and control solutions to the surgical team, enhancing their capability and performance in complex minimally invasive surgical procedures.

Viking's proprietary solutions for surgery are based on three principles:

• That 3-D vision, providing natural depth perception with a clear view of a patient's anatomy, is superior in facilitating the performance of complex surgical tasks;

• That a Head Mounted Display, or HMD is a more ergonomic display solution for surgeons and interventional physicians than conventional video monitors; and

• That integrating additional information in a voice controlled, picture-in-picture format into the surgeon's view, in conjunction with the anatomical view, can facilitate decision making during surgery.