Atomic Force Microscope & Scanning Probe Microscope Head

AFM Head holds the following components:
XY Translation Stage: Holds probe head, movable in XY direction by XY translation screws and in Z direction by controls in software
Position Sensitive Photo detector (PSPD): Detects laser deflections, which is then converted into a topographical map
PSPD adjustment screws: controls position of PSPD; screw on left controls up and down adjustment; screw on right controls left right adjustment
Laser Beam Steering Screws: controls position of laser on back of cantilever