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Virtual reality interface for nano-manipulation based on enhanced images

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Lacking real-time visual feedback is one of the main problems in working with AFM in a nano-environment. To overcome this problem, we begin to design a virtual reality environment. First, nano-image is enhanced by using image processing technique and genetic algorithms then the location and number of nano-particles and other properties are determined. A nano-manipulation environment is implemented and the forces between the tip of the probe and nano-particle are analyzed, so that we increase the ability of user in driving nano-particle in this environment. In the first step, nano-image quality will be improved by applying different filters that each one is appropriate to eliminate one type of noise. Genetic algorithms are applied to determine a suitable set of appropriate filters among filters bank, then the location and number of nano-particles will be extracted by using image processing technique. For nano-manipulation operation, the dimensions of the base plate and exact place of nano-particles on it should be defined, and the user can choose the primary and final location of the nano-particle. The second stage of simulation is driving the nano-particle in such a way that the tip of atomic force microscopy probe aims at nano-particle with constant velocity. At this moment, the movement of the tip of the probe begins, and the nano-particle moves to a chosen place, so that the user can see the manipulation process.

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  1. Robotic Research Laboratory, School of Mechanical Engineering, Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, Iran

    M. H. Korayem

  2. Department of Mechatronics Engineering, Science and Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran

    S. Esmaeilzadehha

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Korayem, M.H., Esmaeilzadehha, S. Virtual reality interface for nano-manipulation based on enhanced images. Int J Adv Manuf Technol 63, 1153–1166 (2012). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00170-012-3967-9

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