Multi-axis integration system and method

Abstract

An image acquisition system and method employing multi-axis integration (MAI) may incorporate both optical axis integration (OAI) and time-delay integration (TDI) techniques. Disclosed MAI systems and methods may integrate image data in the z direction as the data are acquired, projecting the image data prior to deconvolution. Lateral translation of the image plane during the scan in the z direction may allow large areas to be imaged in a single scan sequence.

1 . A method for imaging biological specimens using an imaging chip having rows and columns, the method comprising:
 capturing a pixel image of an object on the specimens;   shifting the pixel image in the columnar direction of the imaging chip;   moving the object in synchronous motion with the pixel image; and   reading out voltage values from the bottom row of the imaging chip until a plurality of the   
     
     
         2 . A method for imaging a sample using an imaging device, the method comprising:
 moving the position of an image area on the sample along one dimension of the device;   imaging a spot on the image area continuously until the imaged spot is moved out of the detection range of the device; and   adjusting the speed of the movement for adequate exposure time.