Mikromõjurid

Mikromõjurid, often translated as "micromanipulators," are precision instruments used to manipulate objects at a microscopic scale. These devices are essential tools in various scientific and technical fields, enabling researchers and technicians to interact with and control tiny components that are invisible to the naked eye.

The core function of a mikromõjur is to provide extremely fine control over movement. They typically consist of a mechanical stage that can be moved in multiple axes with very high resolution, often in the micrometer or even nanometer range. This precise movement is usually controlled by hand wheels, joysticks, or even motorized actuators. Advanced mikromõjurid can also incorporate optical magnification systems, such as microscopes, to allow users to see and interact with the microscopic objects they are manipulating.

Applications for mikromõjurid are diverse. In biology and medicine, they are used for tasks like single-cell manipulation, microinjection, and tissue engineering. In materials science and engineering, they are employed for assembling micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), repairing microscopic components, and precise placement of nanoparticles. The semiconductor industry also relies heavily on mikromõjurid for micro-assembly and testing of integrated circuits. The development of increasingly sophisticated mikromõjurid continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in micro-scale research and manufacturing.