Phase Analysis
2D-Mode for LYNXEYE XE
This XRD lab report describes the use of the LYNXEYE XE energy-dispersive detector and its innovative 2D scan mode for phase ID on a mine rock from Wausau, Wisconsin. The gamma profile of the 2D data revealed two crystalline phases, allowing peaks to be assigned to phases, and faster search/match.
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Quality Control
Determination of Fe, Ti, Al, K and Ca in Quartz Sands by EDXRF
Quartz sand is a raw material essential to the production of glass. Concentrations of Fe, Ti, Al, K and Ca in the sand determine the properties of the glass. This XRF lab report shows the use of the S2 RANGER for accurately measuring <1% levels of these critical elements.
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Scrap Metal Sorting
Compare and Contrast: HH-XRF and HH-LIBS for Alloy Analysis
For positive material identification (PMI), handheld XRF and handheld LIBS spectrometry are often methods of choice. Each has pros and cons, however. Whether your application is aluminum, bronze, steel, titanium, lead, or precious metals, this article will help you select the best method.
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Pharmaceutical Science
Chapman University Orders METALJET for Drug Discovery Research
Chapman University School of Pharmacy (CUSP) in California recently purchased a METALJET liquid gallium metal jet X-ray source for their new Health Care Graduate Program laboratories. Their world class research will focus on pharmaceutical discovery and targeted drug delivery.
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Geology
Analysis of a Large Granite Sample from the Vredefort Dome
Understanding geological processes requires knowledge of the chemical composition and elemental distribution of samples. This fascinating lab report describes the use of M6 JETSTREAM micro X-ray fluorescence spectrometry to investigate a large slab of granite from the South African Vredefort Dome.
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Materials Research
D8 DISCOVER with IμS^{High Brilliance} Microfocus Source Application: X-Ray Reflectometry
X-ray reflectometry (XRR) is a method for determining the thickness of thin films. In this application note, a D8 DISCOVER diffractometer equipped with a IμS^{High Brilliance} microfocus source, LYNXEYE XE detector and DIFFRAC. LEPTOS software was used to analyze 1-100nm thick epitaxial films of SrTiO₃ on Si.
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Metals Analysis
Now Also Available for Zinc: Q2 ION Metal Analyzer
Bruker Elemental's Q2 ION optical emission spectrometer is a small, simple, easy-to-use system for metals analysis. Already demonstrated for the elemental analysis of steel, iron, aluminum and copper, the Q2 ION is now also designated for zinc, including the Zamak alloys used by die casters, pipe fitters, electroplaters, galvanizers and recyclers.
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