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Backscattered Diffraction

Backscattered diffraction images showing crystalline orientation (left) and grain distribution (right).

EBSD images showing properties of crystalline semiconductor materials at high resolution (micrometers).

We have found electron backscattered diffraction (EBSD) to be a valuable tool for assessing crystalline specimens. EBSD is becoming an established, fully automated mode that indexes electron diffraction patterns produced by backscattered electrons under diffraction conditions. EBSD generates maps of the orientation of crystalline phases and can be used to investigate misorientation between grain boundaries, texture, grain distribution, deformation, strain, and other properties. The ultimate resolution of EBSD is about 10-20 nm.

For further information, contact Manuel Romero, 303-384-6653.