Iolight Limited

Andrew Monk

Richard Williams

A microscope stage comprising a planar base () with two or more parallel grooves () formed extending in a first direction (). A carriage () is mounted on the base with at least two projections () that slide in the grooves. The carriage receives a microscope slide or other sample holder (). The carriage includes at least one guide and a biasing means () to urge the sample holder against the guide while permitting it to move relative to the guide in a second direction () orthogonal to the first direction.

Compact microscope stage

A self contained, portable high resolution microscope featuring a flat baseto provide a stable optical platform capable of resolving parallel lines 10 &#x3bc;m apart. The microscope folds or collapses to a flat shape in order to make it very portable.

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Hampshire, United Kingdom

Andrew Monk