Open source microscope without electronic?

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@Tanguy

for a new exposition for kids → it should rob

I think microscopes never need any electronics…
Sorry, @julianstirling , but i really think for kids, the openFlexure is a bit of an overkill.

the DIY webcam microscope is always success for kids. but it needs a computer, laptop, smartphone to see the image. can be built below 5$. it has great possibilities to adapt to local context, diversity materials from digital fabrication to cardboard and duck-tape, different topics, duration of workshop sessions from 1h to 5 days and a variety educational goals that can be achieved… and used a research tool too!
https://www.hackteria.org/wiki/DIY_microscopy#Instructions
here an example of a kids workshop (with parents)

DIY Microscope workshop

Some other people also wrote about their experiences:
https://www.hackteria.org/projects/diy-microscopy/a-rewarding-challenge-diy-microscopy/

And with decent camera modules and sturdy materials you can build stuff that can be placed in an exhibition. adding an all-in-one 2nd hand screen / computer that’s bolted to the wall, autostart linux with camera software.

UROŠ updates: DIY microscopy revisited

[vintage_stage_with laptop] Having fun in the wood workshop, i just made a new microscopy stage design, with a vintage look and a flat broad sample surface withoug anything obstructing to place samples of whatever size. Also changed the classic “screw and rubberband” method for focusing the stage, to threaded M4 inserts that can be glued into the wood and a turnable screw to adjust the level of the sample stage by slightly tilting. [vintage_stage_closeUp] As mentioned above. We have explor…

the laser microscope is also fun! and we love kids playing with strong lasers anyway
https://www.hackteria.org/projects/diy-laser-microscopes/