PI (Physik Instrumente) Videos

  1. Video: High Performance Motion Technologies 6/30/2021

    A combination of precision motion technologies, such as nanopositioning, high performance automation controllers, air bearings and piezoelectric motors provides the tools for the next generation semiconductor test and manufacturing systems..

  2. Fast Focus Stage For SR Microscopy 6/3/2021

    This fast, ultra-precise nano-focusing Z-stage with voice coil motor enables faster and higher precision objective focusing, leading to advancements in high resolution 2 photon fluorescence microscopy, image stack acquisition, genome sequencing, digital slide scanning and deep tissue analysis.

  3. PUSHING BOUNDARIES - TOGETHER | Imaging Exoplanets And Saving Millions Of Dollars 2/1/2021

    In this podcast episode of "Pushing Boundaries - Together" PI's very own David Rego and Stefan Vorndran talk astronomy with UMass Lowell's Christopher Mendillo. They talk about astronomy balloons that dwarf a football stadium, how he saved millions of dollars on thermal-deformation solutions, and what happens when a scientific payload hits a mountain! Visit pi-usa.us for more information.

  4. PUSHING BOUNDARIES - TOGETHER | Pioneering The Future Of Electronics 2/1/2021

    In this podcast episode of "Pushing Boundaries - Together" PI's David Rego and Scott Jordan explore the future of silicon photonics and wafer probing with the brilliant Dan Rishavy from FormFactor. They talk about a new era of electronics, the obstacles they overcame, and how their partnership will enable one of the most exciting industries to flourish in a way that was formerly impossible. This is a must-listen for experts and professionals interested in wafer testing.

  5. Electronics Manufacturing Requires High Performance Motion Controllers And Precision Mechanical Stages 1/22/2021

    Electronics board manufacturing, laser processing, precision alignment and assembly require highly accurate motion systems to move lasers, optics, samples, cameras or fiber optics. The right combination of hardware and software helps speed up and optimize the process of alignment, metrology, inspection and manufacturing of electronics, photonics and optical systems.

  6. High Performance Linear Stage For Industrial Automation With High-Speed Direct Drive For High Precision Manufacturing, Test, Assembly, Inspection 1/22/2021

    The novel V-817 linear motor stages are designed for affordable high performance automation tasks in industry and research. These industrial linear translation stages provide high load capacity and high dynamics. They feature a high stiffness design with recirculating ball bearings, 3-phase linear motors, and high resolution incremental linear encoder (0.3 nm sensitivity) provides 10 nanometers minimum incremental motion. These stages are ideal for tracking, fast step/settling, and designed for XY stage combinations.

  7. XYZ Gantry, 3D Printing Demo: Coordinated Multi-Axis Motion With Dispenser Control From High Performance EtherCat Based PI Motion Controller 1/22/2021

    Constant velocity control and control of a dispenser are shown in this video, where a dispenser head is mounted on an XYZ gantry system, driven by linear motors and operated advanced gantry algorithms.

  8. Pushing Boundaries, Together — A Podcast On Searching For Exo-Planets 1/22/2021

    In this podcast, Professor Chris Mendillo talks with PI’s Dave Rego about his work on the Picture-C balloon experiment  a more economical way to finding new planets without the use of satellites.

  9. Piezo Technology In Medical Applications: Ultrasonic Sensors And Transducers 1/22/2021

    Piezoelectric transducers can emit and sense vibrations. They are often used as transceivers of ultrasound in medical and also in industrial applications.

  10. Video: Novel Piezoelectric Transducers For Ultrafast Liquid Handling, Micro-Fluidics, And Nano Dispensing 1/21/2021

    Piezoelectric transducers can generate extremely small droplets in the microliter and nanoliter range. They are often used in high-performance and high-precision micro-fluidics applications and dispensing applications in medical and industrial applications.