Infrared Raman Microscope Coordinate Mapping
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Solution Overview
Problem
Switching between infrared spectroscopic analysis and Raman spectroscopic analysis on a sample is complicated due to differences in magnification between visible images captured by infrared and Raman photographing elements, making it difficult to designate a consistent measurement position.
Innovation Solution
An infrared Raman microscope is designed with an infrared light detection system, a Raman light detection system, a display unit, a display switching processing unit, and a storage processing unit, allowing for the display of visible images in association with stage coordinates and easy switching between analysis modes while storing designated measurement positions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If visible images from infrared and Raman photographing elements are displayed with different magnifications, then each analysis mode can capture detailed features, but designating consistent measurement positions becomes complicated
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a coordinate system as an intermediary layer between the infrared and Raman image systems. This coordinate system serves as a common reference framework that translates positions from both magnification systems, allowing measurement positions to be consistently designated despite the magnification difference between the two photographing elements
Solution Approach 2:
The display unit is designed to display both infrared and Raman visible images in a unified manner using the same coordinate system. This universal display approach allows the system to handle multiple analysis modes (infrared and Raman) through a single interface, eliminating the need for separate positioning operations for each mode
2Reliability
If separate adjustment operations are performed for each analysis mode, then specific measurement positions can be optimized, but the switching operation becomes more complicated
Solution Approach 1:
The coordinate system serves as a universal reference that works for both infrared and Raman analysis modes. By using the same coordinate system for both modes, the patent eliminates the need for separate adjustment operations while maintaining the ability to accurately designate measurement positions in either mode
Solution Approach 2:
The patent merges the positioning systems of infrared and Raman analysis into a single unified coordinate system. This combination allows measurement positions to be designated once and automatically applied to both analysis modes, reducing operational complexity while maintaining analysis accuracy
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Facilitates easy designation and management of measurement positions during switching between infrared and Raman spectroscopic analyses by displaying visible images in association with stage coordinates, enabling efficient analysis with consistent measurement points.
Implementation Method 1
an infrared photographing element that photographs a visible image of a sample on the stage
Implementation Method 2
an infrared spectrometer that receives reflected light from a sample irradiated with light from the infrared light source
Implementation Method 3
a Raman spectrometer that receives Raman scattered light from a sample irradiated with light from the laser light source
Implementation Method 4
an infrared spectrometer that receives reflected light from a sample irradiated with light from the infrared light source
Implementation Method 5
a laser light source
Data Source
AI summary
An infrared Raman microscope capable of switching to and performing infrared spectroscopic analysis or Raman spectroscopic analysis for a sample on a stage includes an infrared light detection system, a Raman light detection system, a display unit, a display switching processing unit, and storage processing units. The infrared light detection system and the Raman light detection system photographs a visible image at different magnifications. The display unit displays the visible image of the sample in a display area in association with coordinates on the stage. The display switching processing unit switches and displays the visible image in the same image display area. In a case where a measurement position of the infrared spectroscopic analysis or the Raman spectroscopic analysis is designated on the display area, the storage processing units store a point of coordinates on the stage corresponding to the measurement position.