Our Prototype
Built From the Ground Up
We designed and assembled our optical tweezers system in-house, carefully selecting each component to achieve the precision and stability required for reliable microrheology measurements.
Our working prototype: a compact optical tweezers setup optimized for microrheology applications
This is our first working prototype—a platform that enables us to perform fundamental microrheology measurements while continuously iterating on new capabilities. We're actively developing custom detection systems, modified sample stages, and rigorous stability protocols. Each improvement brings us closer to state-of-the-art optical trapping technology, purpose-built for rheological analysis.
1064nm Trapping Laser
NIR wavelength minimizes photodamage to biological samples while providing stable optical trapping forces
High NA Objective
Tightly focuses the laser beam to create a steep intensity gradient essential for stable 3D trapping
Position Detection
Tracks particle motion at high speed to extract rheological properties from thermal fluctuations
Thermal Control
Precise temperature regulation for studying temperature-dependent rheological behavior
Microfluidic Chamber
Custom sample chambers enabling controlled fluid environments and minimal sample volumes
Automated Workflow
Streamlined measurement protocols reducing manual intervention and ensuring reproducibility