Real-time Stereoscopic Display of Atomic Force Microscopy Images for Nano Robotic Manipulation

Abstract

We developed a nano-operating system that features a stereoscopic display of AFM images that is updated in real time. In order to accurately judge the positional relationship between the nanoparticles and carry out operations, the operator is able to use this system to not only observe the change process of the nano-environment in real time while the AFM is operating, but also obtain depth information with the help of a real-time stereoscopic display. At the same time, we give the operator with a corresponding perspective in real time by obtaining the changes in the operator’s head posture. This helps to increase the sense of presence and improves operational efficiency.