DIY Origami Microscope

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DIY Origami Microscope

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I had always wanted to built a microscope since I was a kid . However, I lacked the knowledge and resources to do so at that time. It was years of trials and errors before I finally came out with my own homemade microscope. Therefore, as my first project in the maker’s show I hope to share my childhood passion with you all .Today, we will make a simple and origami compound microscope.

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Tools and Materials

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3 x A4 manila cards

2 x lenses with a focal length of 35 mm from disposable cameras

Reflective Surface (Aluminium Tape in my case)

Double Tape

Tape

Marking Tools

Cutter and Scissors

Optical Assembly

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1.Draw out the diagram.

2.Cut out the shaded region .

3.Fold the lines.

4.Apply the lenses on the ends with double-sided tapes.

4.Paste everything together with double sided tape.

The Body

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1.Draw out the diagram.

2.Fold all lines according to video

3.Cut the bold lines

4.Fold out the specimen platform

5.Apply double-sided tapes to secure everthing

The Base

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1.Draw out the diagram.

2.Fold according to diagram

5.Apply double-sided tapes to secure everthing

Final Assembly

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1.Secure the optical tube with the secure strip and apply double-sided tape at the end of the secure strip

2.Cut two slits at the heels of the body tube

3.Fold out the heels

4.Apply double-sided tape to secure the body to the base.

5.Stick the aluminium tape to the miror strip

Specimens Under the Microscope

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You can see onion epithelial cells, mosquitos and tissue paper fibres clearly under this microscope. Just stick your specimens between cellophane tapes and you are good to go . Happy Microscoping ! ;)

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