Researchers demonstrate fast optical focusing using an oscillating liquid lens. The method could lead to the development of three-dimensional imaging instruments with rapid data collection.
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Stan, C. Oscillating lenses focus fast. Nature Photon 2, 595–596 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1038/nphoton.2008.192
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