pinhole
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Traditional confocal microscopes use a small opening called a pinhole and a single detector to isolate light from a selected area.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 17, 2026
The researchers incorporated an array detector into their new microscope, allowing it to collect more light than a conventional system built around a pinhole and single detector.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 17, 2026
Consultant ophthalmologist David Jones said his top four tips were to use eclipse glasses, a pinhole, colander or a cereal box.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
"I've read the safety information and it should be cheap and easy enough to make a pinhole projector."
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
My throat tightened into a pinhole, and an involuntary choking sound escaped my clenched teeth.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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