A simple hydraulic drive for remote control of the Huxley-style micromanipulator.
Electrodeposited metal bellows permit the construction of simple, reliable, and inexpensive hydraulic drives for the Huxley-style micromanipulator. This approach enables precise remote control of micromanipulation without introducing conductive leads or other potential sources of electrical noise near the experimental system. Moreover, the bellows arrangement preserves a stability and reproducibility in the positioning of the heavier transducers that is not matched by other hydraulic micromanipulators. The small size of the hydraulic coupler enables easy installation, and it can be adapted to preexisting manipulators. Importantly, the manipulator's original micrometer control is preserved, a feature that allows the investigator to tailor the apparatus for novel arrangements for micromanipulation.
Krueger
J W
JW
Department of Medicine, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York 10461.
D004594:Electrophysiology / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods