Optical: systems and elements – Compound lens system – Microscope
Reexamination Certificate
2006-12-01
2009-06-23
Amari, Alessandro (Department: 2872)
Optical: systems and elements
Compound lens system
Microscope
Reexamination Certificate
active
07551349
ABSTRACT:
The present invention is an improved illumination system which achieves enhanced spatial resolution and contrast in the observation of small objects. The enhanced performance is achieved by using a metal-halide light source, a power conservative pre-condenser optics train, an annular diaphragm, a cardioid annular condenser, and an adjustable light-filtering iris. These features are also intended to be used with a direct-view light optical microscope. A method of manufacturing and using the improved illumination system is also disclosed.
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Pustovyy Oleg
Vainrub Arnold
Vodyanoy Vitaly
Amari Alessandro
Auburn University
Consilvio Mark
Haverstock & Owens LLP
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