UC2 optics cubes

The UC2 "You See Too" project (https://github.com/openUC2/UC2-GIT) offers a versatile, modular framework for developing interactive optical projects as open source hardware (publication: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-020-19447-9). Designed for beginners and professionals alike, the UC2 system offers ease of assembly with its magnetic click-and-go concept, acting as a rapid-prototyping tool.

This user-friendly system can host a wide range of components, including optical pieces and electronics such as Arduinos and ESP32s, paving the way for "smart" functions like LED array illumination and Z-stage controls. The UC2 also serves as an open-standard bridge to external hardware components and devices, with a variety of ready-to-use adapters that create an open ecosystem for optical research and development. Moreover, UC2 is compatible with Raspberry Pi cameras and cellphones, offering cost-effective and high-quality imaging capabilities.

The files we're sharing here include the basic