FlyPi

FlyPi - DIY all in one biology lab that can be used for optical microscopy, diagnostics, perform state of the art methods in Neurosciences, such as Optogenetics, Calcium Imaging and Fluorescence microscopy (more details can be found in Maia Chagas, 2017).

Difficulty

Medium Medium

Duration

28 hour(s) hour(s)

Categories

Science & Biology

Cost

200 EUR (€)

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Introduction

I started this project because I have an insatiable appetite to see how things work. Microscopy offers a lens to explore each visual frontier with its new perspectives, joy, wonder and understanding of a minuscule life usually unobserved. It is one of the most amazing experiences to be able to bring that to anyone curious of what lies beneath our immediate visual capabilities. One main constraint for curious students, researchers and educators is access to appropriate scientific tools. Likely due to high prices, set by development under a patent/scarcity methodology. One way to solve this is to DIY with the FlyPi, an all in one biology lab with powerful “off-the-shelf” electronic elements (Raspberry Pi & Arduino nano). Other than the low cost, this device allows better experimental control, customization for specific needs, and most importantly enables accessibility to get more people into exploring the micro world around them. Just putting it together is a great learning experience for everyone not immediately comfortable with electronics. Some People have even begun to join the scientific efforts and to pursue solutions to their local problems! 

Materials

Monitor

Computer mouse - USB

Keyboard - USB

3D print files (.stl)

Custom PCB (Principle Component Board parts can be found on: https://kitspace.org/boards/github.com/prometheus-science/flypi/ )

Tools

Soldering Iron

Internet Connection

3D printer

Step 1 - Collect Materials Needed

Electronic parts can be ordered from this kitspace page where the lists have been compiled in various online market shopping carts for convenience.

https://kitspace.org/boards/github.com/prometheus-science/flypi/

3D print files

Draft