In this video, the presenter restores an old microscope and designs a support to attach a cell phone for recording. The microscope was purchased secondhand and required cleaning and repairs. The presenter disassembles the microscope, cleans its components, and reassembles it. They also discuss various microscope functions like adjusting focus, changing lenses, and controlling light. The video transitions to designing the support for the cell phone, with a focus on precision and fit. Finally, the presenter tests the microscope and cell phone setup, showcasing its functionality and the ability to capture detailed images of objects under the microscope.
1. The speaker has a long-standing love for microscopes and has always dreamed of having a decent microscope.
2. The speaker purchased an old microscope from a Brazilian antique store for BRL 230.
3. The microscope, originally from Nikon, is a professional-grade instrument.
4. The microscope was disassembled upon purchase and several components were found to be in poor condition.
5. The speaker cleaned the microscope components, including the eyepiece and mirror, with isopropyl alcohol.
6. The speaker discovered that the microscope's bulb was missing and found a replacement online for BRL 600.
7. The speaker successfully tested the microscope's functionality by viewing a paper fiber at a fourfold magnification.
8. The speaker made several adjustments to the microscope, including changing the sleeves, removing a dirty lens, and cleaning the condenser.
9. The speaker installed a support to fit a cell phone in the microscope's eyepiece, enabling live recording of the microscope's view.
10. The speaker demonstrated the microscope's capabilities by observing a variety of samples, including a Manacá flower, beard hairs, mosquitoes, and blood cells.
11. The speaker expressed satisfaction with the microscope's performance and expressed hope for future use in the Manual do Mundo videos.
12. The speaker announced the launch of a new channel on YouTube, where they plan to feature their best moments from Manual do Mundo.