The micromanipulator holds and controls an armature that stretches out over the tray.The armature holds a superfine glass needle that is used to perforate the aerogel into the shape of a keystone.

• 显微操纵器有一个伸到收集盘上方的支架，支架上有一枚十分精细的玻璃针，用以将凝胶打孔成楔石的样子。