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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Apr. 17, 2012
Filed:
Apr. 22, 2005
Shab Ladha, Giles, GB;
Shab Ladha, Giles, GB;
PerkinElmer Singapore Pte Ltd., Singapore, SG;
Abstract
Apparatus and methods are provided which allow the rapid collection of image data in situations where ancillary equipment must be controlled and co-ordinated as part of an image formation process, such as confocal microscopy for example. The apparatus includes control means (') for co-ordinating the operation of the apparatus, and operable to receive a first trigger signal () indicating the completion of an operation from one component and transmit a second trigger signal (′) to start an operation by another component in response to the first trigger signal. Such a configuration is operate to reduce delays encountered in operation of the apparatus.