Scanning Probe Microscopy Controller and Data Visualization Software
GXSM -- Gnome X Scanning Microscopy: A multi-channel image and vector-probe data acquisition and visualization system designed for SPM techniques (STM,AFM..), but also SPA-LEED/LEED/LEEM data analysis. A plug-in interface allows any user add-on data-processing and special hardware and instrument support. Latest: NC-AFM and related explorative methods as SQDM can be configured. High-Speed external PAC-PLL hardware option with digital DSP link.
Based on several hardware options it supports...
Kernel Loadable Module to interface with the Disc Stakka units. Other devices to be implemented if/when I can get my hands on them.
Objective is to separate the user application from the tedious management of the device (eg. constant polling to prevent their reset function, USB interaction requirements).
A /dev device is created per chain through which applications can read/write status and commands. A command-line tool is included to assist with testing and to illustrate the /dev...