Microscopes TRIZ Cases

An adaptive mirror in a fluorescence microscope introduces astigmatism to derive depth position information from rotational asymmetry.

An aberration correction optical unit uses liquid crystal elements and a variable waveplate to modulate light phase.

Camera calculates focus values to select relevant images, reducing bandwidth requirements and hardware costs.

A lane scanning image acquisition device counts tile images per row to verify complete data capture during automated stage movement.

A variable focal length lens modulates focus position rapidly to capture light from multiple planes within a single exposure.

A microscope objective lens uses a diffractive optical element positioned closer to the image than the maximum light flux diameter in the first lens group.

Adjustable beam deflection devices direct manipulation light from multiple angles, reducing optical complexity and light losses in fluorescence microscopy.

Aperture correlation microscope captures alternating wide-field and composite images for rapid confocal image generation.

Analyzing reflected modulated light patterns establishes coverslip position before imaging, eliminating iterative adjustments and reducing processing time.

An adaptive microscope device shifts the imaging axis across fiber-optic endfaces using a swinging lever and bevel wheel mechanism.

Parallel scanners with central loading resolve manual bottlenecks and ensure continuous scanning throughput.

A reducing optic lens system uses paired materials with distinct Abbe numbers to manage chromatic angular deviation across a defined wavelength range.

Adapter ring system with electrical contacts enables universal add-on module attachment to microscope objectives.

A microscope apparatus uses an astigmatic optical system to generate astigmatism for fluorescence imaging.

An upper face light beam outlet allows a detachable assistant scope to rotate freely, avoiding interference from lateral sliders.

A microscope objective lens switching apparatus uses a double lead worm and manual knob to adjust mesh engagement clearance.

Interfering plane waves with Bessel optics extends the depth of field, reducing shadowing and beam divergence in selective plane illumination microscopy.

A lensless e-Petri dish captures sub-pixel shifted projection images using a CMOS sensor and smartphone light source.

An automated reservoir and weighing mechanism replenish immersion oil during scanning, eliminating manual intervention.

Segmented excitation radiation creates local power thresholds that improve measurement precision without increasing microscope design complexity.

A catadioptric objective uses a Mangin mirror to form controlled light energy for high-resolution imaging.

A swivel mechanism pivots an optical element into position through a narrow insertion channel.

Integrated housing fins and blowers cool heat generating components without liquid coolant leakage risks.

An optical measuring machine integrates image pickup with projection to output digital data for storage.

Light shielding film blocks central rays to eliminate spherical aberration and improve angle characteristics.

A cemented lens and meniscus component correct chromatic aberrations in immersion microscope objectives.

A handheld optical coherence tomography probe generates wide-field images using a dedicated beam scanner and lens assembly.

Evaluating autofocus signals and reflections detects immersion medium presence, eliminating manual application complexity.

A catadioptric optical system uses total internal reflection to redirect light rays through multiple reflective surfaces.

Laser-heated electrodes generate electrothermal vortices that rapidly transport particles across a plasmonic substrate, overcoming local heat generation limits.

A microscopy system detects reflected laser intensity values along the optical axis to identify a reference relative travel position for precise focusing.

A method reduces the 3D imaging volume of a biological sample by analyzing initial positional data to identify signal-bearing regions.

A microscope stage apparatus uses directional holding units to manage thermal expansion differences between plate members.

A microscope apparatus detects focus information via displacement sensors during stage movement to perform auto-focus control at each observation position.

A microscope apparatus uses a sensor to detect the active objective lens and automatically sets the illumination light quantity for optimal viewing.

Integrating excitation sources and filters into a movable fluorescence unit simplifies switching between bright-field and fluorescence imaging.

An integrated optical member transmits and phase-shifts light bundles to enable interference imaging.

Central clock generator synchronizes microscope modules, eliminating data transfer latency and image distortions.

An intermediate scaling optical system automatically adjusts projection magnification based on the selected observation mode, eliminating manual adjustments.

Tapered light guide transmits excitation signals via total internal reflection to optical detectors.

Liquid resonant lens varies focus position using sinusoidal drive to calculate extended depth of field images, eliminating expensive pulsed light requirements.

A scanning laser microscope calculates the return light spot center position using detector array signals to enable precise superresolution imaging.

Multi-group immersion microscope objective lenses correct chromatic aberration across visible and near-infrared wavelengths for fluorescence observation.

Cemented lens groups with specific focal powers correct optical aberrations in a compact microscopic objective design.

Variable-order cumulant analysis corrects brightness imbalances in super-resolution images, revealing structures masked by brighter regions.

Synchronized tilted sensors capture volumetric data across multiple focal planes, eliminating sequential scanning delays and extending depth of field.

Adjustable reflection mirrors in a beam combination test unit correct environmental drift to maintain high-precision super-resolution imaging.

Optimizing the distance between the fly-eye lens conjugate position and objective pupil prevents vignetting when switching microscope configurations.

An LCD screen hood blocks ambient glare using a light-blocking tube and eyepiece, enabling clear outdoor viewing with adjustable diopter settings.

A fluorescence microscope uses a switching mechanism to alternate between structured illumination and localization modes for super-resolution imaging.