Blogs
Embedded Motion Speeds Development of New NGS Instruments for DNA Sequencing
To achieve the goals of higher throughput and lower costs, NGS instrument developers are using smaller samples, parallel sequencing, and more automation. These factors necessitate miniaturization and distributed control of the photonics subsystems used in DNA sequencing instruments.
Using the Probe Mount and Alignment Fixture with Neuropixels 2.0 (alpha phase) Probes
How to use the alignment fixture The alignment fixture simplifies mounting of Neuropixels probes onto the MPM Multi-Probe Micromanipulator and other manipulators*. This recording of the live demo shows the use of the Alignment Fixture with two different probe mounts: ...
Leads Bio-Technology Ltd. Brings MPM System to China
Victor, NY – November 2021 – Leads Bio-Technology Limited (Leads Bio-Tech) is the latest addition to the New Scale sales and support network for its Multi-Probe Micromanipulator System (MPM System), a neural probe positioning system used by leading neuroscience...
Allen Institute Introduces Neural Dynamics Division
This month the Allen Institute launched the Allen Institute for Neural Dynamics, a new neuroscience research division focused on the mammalian brain’s computations that give rise to complex behaviors like decision making, learning and memory. New Scale is proud to be...
Join us for Neuroscience 2021
Neuroscience 2021 will take place online November 8-11, 2021. Preview Days are November 3-7, allowing attendees to preview posters as well as full symposia and minisymposia talks prior to the official meeting dates. While we are definitely sad that Neuroscience...Podcast discussion with NYS Manufacturing Now
In a podcast with New York State Manufacturing Now, FuzeHub’s Steve Melito talks to Heidi Quinlivan, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at New Scale Technologies, about what the company does better than anyone else – and what manufacturers need to know about...
Micro Technology Group Now USA-Wide Distributor of M3 Smart Stages and Micro Motion Modules
Building on a long-time technical sales and support relationship, Micro Technology Group has an expanded territory and is now shipping New Scale M3 products from stock
New online store for customers in Italy
New Scale Technologies’ partner Comestero Sistemi S.p.A has launched an online store for its customers in Italy. M3 Developer’s Kits are available for sale. Visit the Comestero Online...Video: M3-LS-U2 Linear Smart Stage Developers Kit
New video: Our latest micro stage with integrated controller is optimized for high-volume production. It has 10 mm of travel and fast point-to-point (non-scanning) motion.
Allen Institute uses Neuropixels probes and New Scale manipulator to reveal how information flows across the brain
The Allen Institute of Brain Science posted a summary of recent work from its MindScope Program. The team uses New Scale Technologies’ Multi-Probe Micromanipulator System to position Neuropixels silicon neural probes at precise locations in a brain. The Neuropixels probes are used to record brain activity in an effort to understand how we perceive the visual world around us.
Mikroantriebe Mit Grossem Innovationspotenzial
Maxmillian Dreher, sales engineer at New Scale Partner SI Scientific Instruments in Germany, published an article “Mikroantriee Mit Grossem Innovationspotenzial” in the Jan-Feb issue of antriebstechnik – Wissen Schafft Ideen. Read the article (in German) at...
New Scale featured in NASA Spinoff
New Scale Technologies is featured in the 2019 NASA Spinoff magazine for its work in developing precision, miniaturized piezoelectric positioning systems for the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) and the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL). The technological...
The Promise of High-Density Silicon Probes for Neural Research
A recent article in Neuron outlines the road map to overcome the existing conceptual and technical challenges for obtaining a detailed understanding of the role of cortical layers in sensory computation and perception. These challenges include the precise positioning...
New Whitepaper: How Embedded Motion Makes Great Products Smaller
Starting new designs with all-in-one positioning modules allows product development engineers to achieve smallest system size. Find out how.
On Developing Precise Closed-Loop Positioning Solutions
Elektor Magazine spoke with New Scale CEO David Henderson about SQUIGGLE® micro motors, developing the world’s smallest precision motion systems, and what’s next for the company.
New Scale’s Focus Module Helps IrisGuard Aid Vulnerable Refugees
The innovative UK company IrisGuard is using New Scale Technologies’ Focus Module to power its iris recognition systems that serve millions of unbanked customers around the world.
Embedded motion modules enable development of complete neural probe positioning system in only a few months
Case Study: A neuroscience researcher successfully used M3-LS Linear Smart Stage assemblies for positioning of probes during in-vivo recording. New Scale engineers then collaborated on an integrated multi-probe positioning assembly to meet the needs of this market.
Instrument maker uses M3 motion modules to create new market opportunities
Case study: Piezo focus system enables portable cytometers, expands access to healthcare in resource-limited settings. A customer wanted to create a backpack-portable blood analyzer for use in resource-limited settings that do not have access to institutional laboratory instruments and services. New Scale’s miniature precision focus system helped to make it possible.
Top 20 Technology Picks for 2015
Article: New Scale’s micro beam steering solutions for handheld devices are among Laser Focus World’s Top 20 Technology Picks for 2015.
