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Area of Science:

  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) is crucial for nanoscale imaging.
  • Precise force control is essential for accurate and reproducible AFM results.
  • Drift in free amplitude during oscillation mode AFM leads to uncontrolled force variations, particularly damaging for soft biological samples.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a strategy and electronic circuit for constant free amplitude maintenance in AFM.
  • To achieve precise, picopascal-level control of the applied force during AFM experiments.
  • To enhance the reliability and applicability of AFM, especially for biological and long-duration imaging.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a novel electronic circuit to continuously monitor and adjust the free amplitude of cantilever oscillation.
  • Integration of this circuit with a high-speed AFM system.
  • Demonstration of long-duration imaging capabilities at controlled forces.

Main Results:

  • The developed circuit successfully maintains constant free amplitude, leading to precise control of the applied force.
  • Consistent picopascal force control was achieved throughout experiments.
  • Enabled high-quality imaging over extended periods and across various force settings.

Conclusions:

  • The new electronic circuit provides permanent and automatic control of applied force in AFM with picopascal precision.
  • This advancement significantly improves AFM reliability, broadens its applicability to diverse samples (including soft biological matter), and can aid non-specialist users.
  • Facilitates detailed analysis of biomolecular interactions through controlled force imaging.