Abstract: A method for referencing image data. Preferred methods include methods for linking, characterizing, searching, and navigating the image data, as aids to reviewing the image data.

Abstract: A multiple-axis imaging system having individually-adjustable optical elements and a method for individually adjusting optical elements of the system. The system comprises a plurality of optical elements having respective optical axes and being individually disposed with respect to one another to image respective sections of an object, and a plurality of individually-operable positioning devices corresponding to respective optical elements for positioning the optical elements with respect to their respective optical axes. The positioning devices are specifically adapted to adjust the axial position, lateral position and angular orientation of the optical elements with respect to their respective optical axes. The system is particularly adapted for use as a microscope array, and the positioning devices may be micro-actuators.

Abstract: A multiple-axis imaging system having individually-adjustable optical elements and a method for individually adjusting optical elements of the system. The system comprises a plurality of optical elements having respective optical axes and being individually disposed with respect to one another to image respective sections of an object, and a plurality of individually-operable positioning devices corresponding to respective optical elements for positioning the optical elements with respect to their respective optical axes. The positioning devices are specifically adapted to adjust the axial position, lateral position and angular orientation of the optical elements with respect to their respective optical axes. The system is particularly adapted for use as a microscope array, and the positioning devices may be micro-actuators.

Abstract: A method for referencing image data. Preferred methods include methods for linking, characterizing, searching, and navigating the image data, as aids to reviewing the image data.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for acquiring images from a multiple axis imaging system. A data processing device is provided for receiving image data as it is read out of an imaging array, reorganizing the data, and otherwise processing it, for storage or in memory or transmission for display. The imaging system scans an object with an array of imaging elements having corresponding detectors for capturing the images. The data processing device reorganizes the data so that the data order corresponds to spatial locations of the respective object regions. The data may be transmitted in correct order for display of an image of the entire object, or may be mapped to a memory for rapid access and display of the image. Image processing may also take place prior to transmission or storage of the data. Data processing may be divided among a number of different processors. The data processor may be compressed for transmission.