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Laser scanning microscope: differential phase images.

Y Horikawa1, M Yamamoto, S Dosaka

  • 1Optical Research and Development Department, Olympus Optical Co. Ltd., Tokyo, Japan.

Journal of Microscopy
|October 1, 1987
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A novel laser scanning microscope achieves real-time differential phase contrast imaging at 30 images/s. This technique simplifies crystal surface imaging without sample preparation and allows observation of biological specimens.

Area of Science:

  • Optics and Photonics
  • Microscopy
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • Differential phase contrast (DIC) microscopy is crucial for visualizing unstained, transparent specimens.
  • Traditional DIC microscopy often requires sample preparation steps like etching or silver coating.
  • Real-time imaging in DIC microscopy is limited by system speed.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a beam-deflection type laser scanning microscope for real-time differential phase contrast imaging.
  • To enable high-speed DIC imaging without the need for sample preparation.
  • To demonstrate the system's capability for imaging diverse specimens, including crystals and biological samples.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized a beam-deflection laser scanning microscope incorporating a split-detector technique.

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  • Implemented a specialized optical design to transfer pupil information during beam deflection.
  • Employed acousto-optic deflectors with a correction system for real-time image acquisition.

    • Main Results:

    • Achieved real-time differential phase contrast imaging at a rate of 30 images per second.
    • Successfully obtained differential phase images of crystal surface details without silver coating or etching.
    • Demonstrated the observation of biological specimens using the developed microscope.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed beam-deflection laser scanning microscope enables high-speed, real-time DIC imaging.
    • The system eliminates the need for sample preparation for certain materials, simplifying imaging workflows.
    • This technology offers a versatile platform for observing fine surface details in various materials and biological samples.