IMAGING-PAM

Mobile Version - IMAGING-PAM M-Series

The MOBILE version of the IMAGING-PAM has been specially developed for chlorophyll fluorescence imaging in the field. The measuring system shares features with the MINI Version of the IMAGING-PAM like moderate power consumption and an imaging area of 24 x 32 mm.

The MOBILE version of the IMAGING-PAM is particularly dedicated to the study of small plants, ground vegetation, and photosynthetic crusts. A newly developed dark acclimation box facilitates field measurements of the maximum photosynthetic quantum yield of photosystem II (F_V/F_M). Extension handle and trigger button of the measuring head gives the system excellent ergonomic properties.

High mobility in the field is achieved by mounting on a belly carrying tray the system’s sunlight-readable tablet computer and its control unit. The carrying system can easily be adapted to the user's individual physical dimensions.

For an example of application see the journal Precision Agriculture. The development of the MOBILE Version was supported by German government’s Special Purpose Fund held at Landwirtschaftliche Rentenbank and the Federal Institution of Agriculture and Nutrition (BLE).

Probing cereals in the tillering stage.

On the way to the next Dark Acclimation Box.

Dark Acclimation Box with closed slider.

Dark Acclimation Box with open slider.

MOBILE version put on the shoulder.

Dark Acclimation Box. Aluminum base plate with center opening for plant to be investigated.

Dark Acclimation Box. View of the inside with Nylon net to keep larger plants in the focal range of the camera.