Anatomy of the QX3 Microscope The Intel QX3 Computer Microscope
contains no eyepieces, and images must be viewed through the
accompanying software on the host computer that controls the
microscope. Construction materials used in the assembly of the
microscope are typical of those found in many modern toys. The
major difference between the QX3 microscope and its predecessors
is the ability to capture digital images and movies with the
Intel Play microscope. Before the introduction of this
remarkable microscope, students were forced to peer into
eyepieces with very narrow viewfields to visualize poorly
illuminated specimens through optical systems capable of
producing only blurred images. Photomicrography was out of the
question for all but the most expensive microscopes. Specific
details of the design, construction, and operation of the QX3
computer microscope can be found in the links below. Objective
Design and Architecture - Objective design and construction is a
key feature of any optical microscope. This