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    • Optical Microscopy
    • Image Acquisition Systems
    • Biomedical Imaging

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    • Autofocus is essential for acquiring sharp images in various imaging applications.
    • Conventional autofocus methods, relying on post-processing, are inefficient for passive full-spectrum phase imaging (FSPI) microscopy due to low temporal resolution.
    • Passive FSPI microscopy requires advanced autofocus capabilities to overcome limitations in temporal resolution.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop a fast, image-free autofocus system specifically for passive FSPI microscopy.
    • To improve the temporal resolution and practicality of passive FSPI microscopy.
    • To enable high-speed focus detection without compromising imaging light efficiency.

    Main Methods:

    • Designed a complementary optical path for real-time focus degree measurement.
    • Implemented an image-free autofocus system.
    • Achieved a focus measurement speed of 5000 frames per second (fps).
    • Ensured high light efficiency for simultaneous imaging.

    Main Results:

    • Demonstrated a focus measurement rate of 5000 fps.
    • The system operates without image post-processing.
    • Maintained high light efficiency, crucial for effective imaging.
    • The autofocus system is easily integrated with existing trinocular microscopes.

    Conclusions:

    • The proposed fast, image-free autofocus system significantly enhances passive FSPI microscopy.
    • The system's high speed and compatibility improve the practicability of FSPI microscopy.
    • This advancement facilitates sharper image acquisition in demanding microscopy applications.