Scanning probe microscope with improved probe head mount

Details Scanning probe microscope with improved probe head mount Scanning probe microscope with improved probe head mount

2005-10-04

2005-10-04

Larkin, Daniel S. (Department: 2856)

Measuring and testing

Surface and cutting edge testing

Roughness

C073S866500, C250S306000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06951129

ABSTRACT:
A mounting mechanism for the probe head of a Scanning Probe Microscope (SPM) includes two dovetail and two right and left threaded pushdown screws, for convenient mounting and clamping of the probe head. After inserting the probe head between the upper and lower dovetails of the z stage, handles of the pushdown screws are turned so that the lower portion of the upper dovetail rail clamp down the probe head. This mounting mechanism using the dovetail rails and pushdown screws ensures rigid mount and convenient use of the probe head at the same time.

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