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Macroscopic Solutions Macroscopic Solutions provides products, services and support that are based on the photographic tec

Conventional microscope systems have severe color, resolution and depth-of-field limitations that interfere with the operators’ ability to make clear observations. Recent technical innovations in photography are generating contextually strong results that are more consistent with human perception than was previously experienced. Macroscopic Solutions, LLC provides solutions to overcome these probl

ems so that scientists and educators can generate more robust observations, which can be shared professionally and interpreted by larger portions of students and lay audiences. Our innovation is called the Macropod technology and it uses the image generation technique of focus stacking to produce 2D imagery and 3D models that are completely in focus, color accurate and high resolution. There is another technology akin to focus stacking called plenoptics which uses an optical array to refocus light in front of a cameras’ sensor. This is a low-resolution and low-light technique that we are not currently exploring. Instead, we are part of a large, but relatively small group of hobbyists, researchers and professionals who use focus stacking software and hardware solutions designed to capture images of microscopic and macroscopic sized objects without having limitations in depth-of-field, color and resolution. The mechanical process uses a motorized stage that moves the object relative to the camera. Images are automatically captured from back to front with an open aperture to record thin, overlapping focal sections that will be used to recreate and show total depth of the targeted specimen. Images are captured using an open aperture because it keeps ISO levels low and exposure time fast, which produces the sharpest possible image of each individual focal plane. The computer process distinguishes sharp from blurry as represented by the image. The blurry areas of each image is discarded and the sharp areas are blended together until the entire image is displayed completely in focus; hence the term, focus stacking. The Macropod technology allows the operator to recreate a visually striking image that combines the structural detail of an SEM, with the color detail of a microscope, without having to prepare the specimen on a slide or powder the specimen for an SEM. This defines the Macropod a non-destructive technology for all purposes relating to conservation. Furthermore, the technology is still capable of generating images of slides, thin-sections and other materials historically prepared for observation by conventional microscopes.

Processing all that data for samples we sent up in https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJIdd46rrxsIn this tutorial, we demo...
03/23/2025

Processing all that data for samples we sent up in

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJIdd46rrxs

In this tutorial, we demonstrate how to batch process over 30 Arabidopsis root systems into detailed 3D models using Agisoft Metashape and imagery captured with the Macropod PRO 3D system by Macroscopic Solutions. These samples were grown in microgravity aboard the Polaris Dawn mission and preserved inside plastic cubic cuvettes for imaging and analysis back on Earth. 🌱🛰️

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The batch processing pipeline shown in this video is designed to streamline large-scale model generation using ’s built-in batch tools, allowing for high-throughput reconstruction of biological specimens from complex missions.

🚀 Mission Context:
Polaris Dawn is the first mission in the Polaris Program, led by Jared Isaacman in collaboration with SpaceX. Scheduled for mid-2025, Polaris Dawn aims to conduct the first commercial spacewalk, reach record orbital altitudes, and carry out extensive scientific research in low Earth orbit.

This Arabidopsis root experiment is a joint initiative between the .S. Space Force, the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA), and SpaceX, designed to explore plant development in space—a key component of future life-support systems for long-duration missions.

In this tutorial, we demonstrate how to batch process over 30 Arabidopsis root systems into detailed 3D models using Agisoft Metashape and imagery captured w...

Them vs. Macroscopic Solutions. These gold grains are 50 microns in size. Take a look as we compare high end microscope...
01/14/2025

Them vs. Macroscopic Solutions. These gold grains are 50 microns in size. Take a look as we compare high end microscopes against the Macropod Pro 3D on gold grains collected from glacial till. https://youtu.be/BzmPjuZy4io. exploration

Two more Macropod imaging systems for the Big turnout by more than a dozen people the day before thanksgiving. By the ...
11/27/2024

Two more Macropod imaging systems for the Big turnout by more than a dozen people the day before thanksgiving. By the way, Happy Thanksgiving from

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11/12/2024

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It’s been really great having as a neighbor this year . Stop by their booth at the exhibit hall to learn more about co...
11/12/2024

It’s been really great having as a neighbor this year . Stop by their booth at the exhibit hall to learn more about collection digitization!

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11/11/2024

are a hit in Phoenix make sure you get yours before they are all out. .smithicus will be presenting about at 10AM Tuesday morning by the poster section in the exhibit hall. Stop by to learn more about how we’re shaking up the world of

Happy to be back again at 10 years! Mark has insect pins for you.
11/09/2024

Happy to be back again at 10 years! Mark has insect pins for you.

The SOPHIA experiment has successfully launched aboard marking a critical advancement in USAFA’s space biology resear...
09/13/2024

The SOPHIA experiment has successfully launched aboard marking a critical advancement in USAFA’s space biology research. This real-time microgravity experiment will provide essential data for future missions, positioning cadets at the forefront of adaptive solutions for space exploration and sustainability. to scan samples upon return.

Photograph-this.comMark Smith, the creative force behind Macroscopic Solutions, is a passionate photographer with a keen...
09/05/2024

Photograph-this.com

Mark Smith, the creative force behind Macroscopic Solutions, is a passionate photographer with a keen eye for intricate details of the natural world. His journey into began as a way to capture scientific observations not easily recorded with conventional microscopes. From the delicate patterns on an insect's wing to the vibrant colors in a flower petal. Over the last decade, Mark has honed his skills, becoming an expert in macro & microscopic photography, where he focuses on revealing the often-overlooked wonders of the microscopic world. Mark's dedication to his craft led him to create Macroscopic Solutions, a platform where his artistry and scientific curiosity converge. Through his lens, Mark offers a unique perspective that transforms the minute into the magnificent. His photographs are more than just images; they are a testament to the intricate connections within the natural world. With a deep appreciation for detail and a commitment to quality, Mark ensures that every print he offers is a true representation of his vision, meticulously captured and produced to the highest standards.






New product in the works for scanning and whole insect drawers/labels and boxes weighing up to 5kgs. The slider ca...
03/26/2024

New product in the works for scanning and whole insect drawers/labels and boxes weighing up to 5kgs. The slider can rotate from 0-90 degrees allowing for different size and weight compensations and a tool holder to allow for even heavier loads. Beta testing, instruction drafts and; ultimately delivery, to thank you at for loaning me the insect box for testing. Instructional videos will be shared to YouTube account. Subscribe here: https://youtube.com/?si=cJKG5pqvSFTJ2QgI.

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