Microfluidics Analysis System uses confocal imaging module.
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With submicron accuracy, 3Dmap(TM) Microfluidics Analysis Platform provides structural characterization of all aspects of microfluidic devices, including steep slopes, rough surfaces, and subsurface features in transparent media. Inverted optics and open architecture facilitate integration of additional analytical techniques. Advanced Confocal Imaging Module enables users to view large areas and measure 3D structures with optimized Z-axis resolution.
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Hyphenated Systems Announces New Advanced Confocal Imaging Module for 3Dmap Microfluidics Analysis Platform
3Dmap characterizes subsurface structure in transparent media with submicron accuracy; new optics improve field size and z-resolution
Burlingame, CA, May 31, 2006 ¯ Hyphenated Systems, a world-wide provider of hybrid microscopy solutions for three-dimensional (3D) imaging and metrology in micro- and nanotechnology, today released a new Advanced Confocal Imaging (ACI) module for its
3Dmap(TM) (Microfluidics Analysis Platform) systems that provide 3D structural metrology for developers and manufacturers of microfluidic devices. The new module provides a larger field of view and improved depth resolution. The high-resolution measurements of size and shape provided by 3Dmap are essential in all phases of microfluidics development, from understanding fundamental physical phenomena through developing novel devices and controlling fabrication processes.
Advanced confocal imaging uses a spinning disk with multiple confocal apertures to provide parallel data collection pathways for image acquisition at speeds that cannot be equaled by scanning confocal techniques-complete 3D models are available in seconds. The new optics module responds to customer demands for larger fields of view and enhanced Z-axis resolution. 3Dmap is unique in its ability to provide fast, accurate sub-micron structural characterization of all aspects of microfluidic devices; including steep slopes, rough surfaces, and subsurface features in transparent media. The system's inverted optics and open architecture are designed to facilitate the integration of additional analytical techniques, such as flow measurement, live cell imaging, fluorescent bead characterization, surface roughness analysis, and more - all on a single platform.
"Microfluidics research and development is all about the interactions between structure and flow at the microscopic scale-a scale where these phenomena are very different from the macro scale that we are accustomed to," said Terence Lundy, vice president and managing director, Hyphenated Systems. "This new module improves their ability to observe these phenomena in two critical ways: it allows them to look at larger areas and to measure 3D structure with better resolution in the third dimension. Both of these have significant practical value in the field."
The new module can be retrofitted to existing systems. 3Dmap, and Fluid3D(TM) analytical software, are available from Hyphenated Systems. Contact 650-651-3000 or go to www.hyphenated-systems.com for more information.
About Hyphenated Systems
Hyphenated Systems is a world-wide provider of hybrid microscopy solutions for three-dimensional imaging and metrology down to the nanometer level (in the Z axis). Based on combinations of optical (conventional and advanced confocal) and atomic force microscopy, the company's solutions leverage over 50 years of experience from its parent company, Technical Instrument. Hyphenated Systems is headquartered in Burlingame, CA. For more information, please visit www.hyphenated-systems.com.
