TAO™ - Tip Assisted Optics module for combined AFM and optical spectroscopy studies (tao, tip assisted optics, optical spectroscopy)

The Tip Assisted Optics Module - TAO™

The JPK Instruments TAO™ Module for the NanoWizard® is the perfect solution for advanced experiments combining AFM and optical spectroscopy. It can be used as a flexible basis for tip assisted techniques like SERS and scatter type SNOM or single molecule manipulation coupled with confocal fluorescence imaging or spectroscopy.

The simultaneous availability of all optical microscopy features together with a high performance 6 degrees of freedom nano-positioning system gives the operator maximum flexibility for customized experiments.

TAO™ module setup on Zeiss Axiovert 200

• Proven NanoWizard® technology
• Ultimate platform for SERS/TERS, scatter type SNOM, single molecule imaging/spectroscopy experiments
• Integrated sample scanning confocal imaging
• Integrates with conventional and advanced optical imaging (DIC, Phase contrast, CLSM, TIRF, FRET ...)
• Ultimate flexibility through simultaneous control of 6 scan axes with <nm closed loop precision (linearized with capacitive sensors):
  - AFM tip scanner: 100x100x15µm³
  - Sample scanner: 100x100x10µm³
• Works in native environments: real in-situ measurements in fluids
• Flexible software system solution for experimental freedom and remote operation