Multiplex illuminator and device reader for microcantilever...

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2007-02-13

2007-02-13

Rosenberger, Richard A. (Department: 2877)

Optics: measuring and testing

Angle measuring or angular axial alignment

With screen

C356S614000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10705434

ABSTRACT:
A device reader having a multiplex illuminator, the illuminator, and methods for reading deflection of a large number of microcantilevers are provided. The illuminator includes a micro-optical subassembly for illuminating cantilevers (illuminator) that uses a plurality of VCSELs for generating an array of electromagnetic beams, and focuses the beams on the cantilevers. Deflection of the cantilevers causes a change in angle of the beams reflected from the cantilevers, which is recorded by a plurality of position sensitive devices.

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