Apparatus for examination of chemical and/or biological samples
US7304793B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 8, 2002 |
| Grant date | Dec 4, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 8, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02B21/0028
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus for examination of chemical and/or biological samples, comprises a sample support (14) for receiving the samples (16). Further, the apparatus comprises an objective (10) for observation of the sample (16) through a sample support wall (18). A gap (22) is formed between an outer surface (20) of the sample support wall (18) and an exit lens (12) of the objective (10). According to the invention, an automatic supply device (24) for automatic supply of immersion medium (46) is provided between the outer surface (20) of the sample support wall (18) and the exit lens (12) of the objective (10).
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