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Capabilities and
Applications
The
list of potential applications electron imaging
and x-ray microanalysis is long and
interdisciplinary. Together, the electron
microprobe and micro-XRF may be applied to both
basic and applied research in many areas. For
example:
Archaeology, Art history, Museum curation Paints and pigments, archaeological
glasses, metals and alloys, gemstones,
authenticity
Biology, Medicine, and Health Pharmaceuticals, medical technology and
implants, nodule formation in plants, shells,
bones and teeth
Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Construction Concrete, brick, failure analysis,
engine wear debris, ceramics and composites,
turbines, aerospace
Energy – coal, oil, gas, and more Analysis of drill cuttings and cores;
analysis of trace minerals in coal and coal
combustion products; fuel cells; batteries;
catalysts
Environment Environmental testing, characterizing
and sourcing contaminants, airborne particles,
soils
Forensics and Law enforcement Characterization and detection of
evidence: metals/alloys, glasses, paints, soils,
fine particles, gun shot residue
Manufacturing and Metallurgy Product testing, contaminant
identification, quality control, R&D, alloys,
welding and metal bonding development, corrosion
Mining and Geology Mineral exploration & development,
ore characterization, and mineral processing
optimization; gemstones; igneous, sedimentary, and
metamorphic petrology; faults and fractures;
porosity; volcanic ash correlation & dating;
meteorites
Semiconductors and Electronics Solar cells, circuit boards,
solder/bonding, defect analysis, compliance
testing, thin films and surface coatings, optical
fibers
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