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DIY Scanning Laser Microscope

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This course demonstrates the construction and operation of a 3D-printed scanning laser confocal microscope for collecting 3D surface-topology and profilometry data. It covers confocal optics, an OpenFlexure Delta motion stage, photodiode detection, Raspberry Pi and Arduino control, and data-processing considerations.

Syllabus

Intro
Confocal vs Widefield Microscopy
OpenFlexure Motion Platform
Confocal optical breakdown
Delta motion stage
Photodiode amplifier
Confocal Pinhole demonstration
Camera vs Photodiode
Data processing considerations
Images and results!
Optimizations
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