Please note the open-source license before proceeding.

docs/stage.md: description of stage
docs/gridtape_stage.png: diagram of stage parts

docs/protocol.md: description of command protocol and connection info
docs/commands.md: description of commands, codes and options

docs/tape_movement.png: diagram of stage movement states and transitions

software/demo.py: demo python script
software/temcagt: python control code

firmware/temcagt_reel: arduino firmware

docs/parts.xlsx: parts list for orings, fasteners, etc...
docs/BOM_191002.xlsx: bill of materials including custom parts
docs/pinouts.xlsx: drive electronics connector pinouts

hardware/parts: design files for stage parts and assembly
hardware/drawings: drawings of stage parts

docs/assembly_instructions.pdf: electronics and hardware assembly
docs/installation_instructions.pdf: installation instructions

Mechanical CAD files were designed in Solidworks and will require a modern (2016+) version of Solidworks to view.

It's recommended to read through the files in the order they are listed above.

Construction of a stage will require fabricating or purchasing parts found in the main assembly hardware/parts/xy_v2.SLDASM. Refer to the BOM for a detailed list of where to purchase and/or how to fabricate components.

See docs/stage.md for a description of the stage.

Extensions to the microcope column (the piezo chamber and reel housings) should be fabricated, cleaned in a method compatible with a high vacuum system, assembled with flanges and oring seals and attached to the microscope to test for leaks. Then, electronics should be added and tape movement tested. Finally, the piezos, tape channel, pickup rest and a test piece of tape should be installed to test montaging of tape.