Low-cost circular LED dome lighting system for Insecta (Hexapoda) image capture in self-assembly stereomicroscope

André Da Silva Ferreira,Freddy Bravo,Ivan Castro

doi:10.12741/ebrasilis.v14.e957

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https://doi.org/10.12741/ebrasilis.v14.e957

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Abstract

The use of high-resolution images in studies of morphology, taxonomy and systematics has been increasingly frequent, especially in Insecta. However, suitable lighting systems are still very expensive and/or difficult to use. On the other hand, currently the use of 3D printers has helped to make lighting equipment more accessible for researchers to equip their laboratories. Here we present a low-cost circular LED dome lighting system for capturing scientific micro and macro photography on a self-assembly stereomicroscope. We also present the necessary components for making the dome, as well as the elements used to capture the photographs.

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Hotographs are being used more and more in studies of insect morphology, taxonomy and systematics and this increase goes hand in hand with the improvement of optical equipment in science
Depending on the model, the standard lighting devices that come with stereomicroscopes are not suitable for good quality photographs for publication
The first step is: cut the EVA to the diameter of the container and coat the bottom of the container; drill a hole on the lateral surface of the container, at the inferior part near the base, and connect “ribbon of LED” with the power source; after connect, cover the inner lateral surface of the container, arranging the “ribbon of LED” in spiral, starting from the Here we present a circular LED dome lighting system for bottom to the surface of the container. capturing scientific micro and macro photography on a selfassembly stereomicroscope with low financial cost

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Introduction

Hotographs are being used more and more in studies of insect morphology, taxonomy and systematics and this increase goes hand in hand with the improvement of optical equipment in science. All these components to build the dome can be found in supermarkets and/or stationery store and Currently, there is equipment on the market suitable for capturing high quality scientific images.

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