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Scanning probe microscope control system

US7435955B2 · kind B2 · utility

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20Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJul 29, 2005
Grant dateOct 14, 2008
Priority date
Expiry dateJan 16, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S977/85
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A system for controlling the operation of a scanning probe microscope that greatly simplifies the microscope's operation is disclosed. The software design incorporates several advanced features such as a sample designator file, video tutorials, automation algorithms, and the ability to remotely load sample designator files and video tutorials.

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