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DIY Atomic Force Microscopy: An Engineering Guide


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This collection of texts serves as a comprehensive engineering guide for building a Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Atomic Force Microscope (AFM), outlining various architectural approaches from conceptual educational models to research-capable instruments. It explains the foundational principles of AFM operation, including the mechanics of "feeling" surfaces and a taxonomy of operating modes like contact and tapping mode, alongside their engineering implications. The sources also detail the core subsystems, such as scanners, probes, detection systems (optical lever and tuning fork), and the essential role of controller hardware and software for data acquisition and analysis. Furthermore, the guide covers practical implementation aspects like vibration isolation and crucial calibration procedures, concluding with a tiered budgeting and sourcing framework to aid aspiring builders.

Research done with the help of artificial intelligence, and presented by two AI-generated hosts.

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