TelePresence Microscopy (TPM)
TelePresence Microscopy (TPM) enables on-line cooperation between
scientists, utilization of unique instrumentation by researchers who may
not have access to such resources, and training of students of different
levels. Video signals from the microscope (specimen view, detectors or
peripheral instrumentation) are fed into a server, and can be directly
accessed via a web browser capable of server push technology (such as
Netscape).
Remote control is possible by sending instructions for magnification,
movement of the specimen and focus using the web page interface. A control
server sends this information into the microscope and the remote user can
get instant feedback. Additionally, video conferencing allows for
discussion between local and remote parties. The local user determines
whether the microscope session is open or closed to the general public for
viewing, and if the remote user may have remote control. Sharing of data is
also possible on-line.
The Electron Microscopy Laboratory located at the Department of Materials
Engineering at the Technion, serves faculty and students within the
Technion, as well as from other institutions and local industry. The
facilities include computerized light microscopy (LM), scanning electron
microscopy (SEM), and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). In addition,
a complete specimen preparation laboratory is included within the framework
of the Electron Microscopy Laboratory. Project consultation provided by
Argonne National Laboratory, USA.
Collaborators
Argonne National Laboratory, USA; Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, Israel
Contact
Wayne D. Kaplan
Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, Israel
kaplan@tx.technion.ac.il
Mike Lieberthal
Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, Israel
mtmike@tx.technion.ac.il
http://www.technion.ac.il/technion/materials/TPM/index.html