OpenFlexure Microscope

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OpenFlexure Microscope

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https://openflexure.org/projects/micros ... afVM4_7H8c

The OpenFlexure Microscope is an open-source 3D-printed microscope, including a precise mechanical stage to move the sample and focus the optics. There are many different options for the optics, ranging from a webcam lens to a 100x, oil immersion objective.

The trick of making a microscope out of a webcam has been around for a little while, and produces good results. However, getting a nice mechanical stage to focus the microscope and move around on the sample is tricky. This project is a 3D printable design that enables very fine (sub-micron) mechanical positioning of the sample and the lens, with surprisingly good mechanical stability.

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