Fast microscale actuators for probe microscopy
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1. An apparatus for sensing a property of a sample, comprising:
- a. means for actuating the sample using a flexible surface upon which the sample is placed;
b. means for sensing a degree of actuation of the sample;
c. means for controlling actuation of the sample; and
d. means for sensing the property of the sample.
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Abstract
A system for measuring a property of a sample includes an actuation device disposed on a substrate and includes a flexible surface spaced apart from the substrate and configured so as to allow placement of the sample thereupon. The actuation device also includes a vertical actuator that is configured to cause the flexible surface to achieve a predetermined displacement from the substrate when a corresponding potential is applied thereto. A sensing probe is disposed so as to be configured to interact with the sample thereby sensing the property of the sample.
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1. An apparatus for sensing a property of a sample, comprising:
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a. means for actuating the sample using a flexible surface upon which the sample is placed; b. means for sensing a degree of actuation of the sample; c. means for controlling actuation of the sample; and d. means for sensing the property of the sample. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12)
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