A visual from the 1899 patent by John W. Sidle and William H. Sidle, featured on our journal’s cover, highlights an important development in microscope design and functionality.
Patent No: US617007A
Patent Title: Improvements in Microscopes
Patent Holders: John W. Sidle, William H. Sidle
Patent Date: January 3, 1899
Objective: To develop a compact, durable, and functional substage mechanism; to introduce an improved diaphragm design.
Main Innovations:
Enabling all necessary adjustments on the substage without detaching any parts of the device.
A simplified diaphragm structure with reduced risk of malfunction.
Historical Context: By the late 19th century, microscopes were essential tools in scientific research. This patent represents a significant effort to improve microscope functionality and user-friendliness.
Link for the patent document:
https://patents.google.com/patent/US617007A/en?oq=US617007A