“How to optimize the experimental design of quantitative atomic resolution TEM experiments?”.Van Aert S, den Dekker AJ, van Dyck D, Micron 35, 425 (2004). http://doi.org/10.1016/j.micron.2004.01.007
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT); Vision lab
Impact Factor: 1.98
Times cited: 14
DOI: 10.1016/j.micron.2004.01.007
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“Imaging from atomic structure to electronic structure”. Xu Q, Zandbergen HW, van Dyck D, Micron 43, 524 (2012). http://doi.org/10.1016/j.micron.2011.10.024
Abstract: This paper discusses the possibility of retrieving the electron distribution (with highlighted valence electron distribution information) of materials from recorded HREM images. This process can be achieved by solving two inverse problems: reconstruction of the exit wave and reconstruction of the electron distribution from exit waves. The first inverse problem can be solved using a focal series reconstruction method. We show that the second inverse problem can be solved by combining a series of exit waves recorded at different thickness conditions. This process is designed based on an improved understanding of the dynamical scattering process. It also explains the fundamental difficulty of obtaining the valence electron distribution information and the basis of our solution.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT); Vision lab
Impact Factor: 1.98
DOI: 10.1016/j.micron.2011.10.024
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“Model-based electron microscopy : from images toward precise numbers for unknown structure parameters”. Van Aert S, van den Broek W, Goos P, van Dyck D, Micron 43, 509 (2012). http://doi.org/10.1016/j.micron.2011.10.019
Abstract: Statistical parameter estimation theory is proposed as a method to quantify electron microscopy images. It aims at obtaining precise and accurate values for the unknown structure parameters including, for example, atomic column positions and types. In this theory, observations are purely considered as data planes, from which structure parameters have to be determined using a parametric model describing the images. The method enables us to measure positions of atomic columns with a precision of the order of a few picometers even though the resolution of the electron microscope is one or two orders of magnitude larger. Moreover, small differences in averaged atomic number, which cannot be distinguished visually, can be quantified using high-angle annular dark field scanning transmission electron microscopy images. Finally, it is shown how to optimize the experimental design so as to attain the highest precision. As an example, the optimization of the probe size for nanoparticle radius measurements is considered. It is also shown how to quantitatively balance signal-to-noise ratio and resolution by adjusting the probe size.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Engineering Management (ENM); Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT); Vision lab
Impact Factor: 1.98
Times cited: 7
DOI: 10.1016/j.micron.2011.10.019
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“One-step synthesis of a suspended ultrathin graphene oxide film: Application in transmission electron microscopy”. Kirilenko DA, Dideykin AT, Aleksenskiy AE, Sitnikova AA, Konnikov SG, Vul' AY, Micron 68, 23 (2015). http://doi.org/10.1016/j.micron.2014.08.006
Abstract: Ultrathin graphene films find their use as advantageous support for nano- and biomaterials investigations. Thin film causes a very slight deterioration to measured signals, thus providing more details of the object's structure at nanoscale. The ultimate thinness of graphene works in the best way for this purpose. However, obtaining suspended thin film of a large-area, which is convenient for applications, is often a relatively complicated and time-consuming task. Here we present a one-step 1-min technique for synthesis of an extremely thin (about 1-2 nm) continuous film suspended over cells of a conventional copper grid (50-400 mu m mesh). This technique enables us to acquire a large-area film which is water-resistant, stable in organic solvents and can act as a support when studying nanoparticles or biomaterials. Moreover, the very mechanism of the film formation can be interesting from the point of view of other applications of ultrathin graphene oxide papers. (C) 2014 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 1.98
Times cited: 13
DOI: 10.1016/j.micron.2014.08.006
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“Study of changes in composition and EELS ionization edges upon Ni4Ti3 precipitation in a NiTi alloy”. Yang Z, Schryvers D, Micron 37, 503 (2006). http://doi.org/10.1016/j.micron.2005.08.002
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 1.98
Times cited: 10
DOI: 10.1016/j.micron.2005.08.002
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“Ultrastructure and composition of cell wall appositions in the roots of Asplenium (Polypodiales)”. Leroux O, Leroux F, Bagniewska-Zadworna, Knox JP, Claeys M, Bals S, Viane RLL, Micron 42, 863 (2011). http://doi.org/10.1016/j.micron.2011.06.002
Abstract: Cell wall appositions (CWAs), formed by the deposition of extra wall material at the contact site with microbial organisms, are an integral part of the response of plants to microbial challenge. Detailed histological studies of CWAs in fern roots do not exist. Using light and electron microscopy we examined the (ultra)structure of CWAs in the outer layers of roots of Asplenium species. All cell walls studded with CWAs were impregnated with yellow-brown pigments. CWAs had different shapes, ranging from warts to elongated branched structures, as observed with scanning and transmission electron microscopy. Ultrastructural study further showed that infecting fungi grow intramurally and that they are immobilized by CWAs when attempting to penetrate intracellularly. Immunolabelling experiments using monoclonal antibodies indicated pectic homogalacturonan, xyloglucan, mannan and cellulose in the CWAs, but tests for lignins and callose were negative. We conclude that these appositions are defense-related structures made of a non-lignified polysaccharide matrix on which phenolic compounds are deposited in order to create a barrier protecting the root against infections.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 1.98
Times cited: 20
DOI: 10.1016/j.micron.2011.06.002
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“Quantitative in-situ TEM nanotensile testing of single crystal Ni facilitated by a new sample preparation approach”. Samaeeaghmiyoni V, Idrissi H, Groten J, Schwaiger R, Schryvers D, Micron 94, 66 (2017). http://doi.org/10.1016/j.micron.2016.12.005
Abstract: Twin-jet electro-polishing and Focused Ion Beam (FIB) were combined to produce small size Nickel single crystal specimens for quantitative in-situ nanotensile experiments in the transmission electron microscope. The combination of these techniques allows producing samples with nearly defect-free zones in the centre in contrast to conventional FIB-prepared samples. Since TEM investigations can be performed on the electro-polished samples prior to in-situ TEM straining, specimens with desired crystallographic orientation and initial microstructure can be prepared. The present results reveal a dislocation nucleation controlled plasticity, in which small loops induced by FIB near the edges of the samples play a central role.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 1.98
Times cited: 11
DOI: 10.1016/j.micron.2016.12.005
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“Strain mapping of semiconductor specimens with nm-scale resolution in a transmission electron microscope”. Cooper D, Denneulin T, Bernier N, Béché, A, Rouvière J-L, Micron 80, 145 (2016). http://doi.org/10.1016/J.MICRON.2015.09.001
Abstract: The last few years have seen a great deal of progress in the development of transmission electron microscopy based techniques for strain mapping. New techniques have appeared such as dark field electron holography and nanobeam diffraction and better known ones such as geometrical phase analysis have been improved by using aberration corrected ultra-stable modern electron microscopes. In this paper we apply dark field electron holography, the geometrical phase analysis of high angle annular dark field scanning transmission electron microscopy images, nanobeam diffraction and precession diffraction, all performed at the state-of-the-art to five different types of semiconductor samples. These include a simple calibration structure comprising 10-nm-thick SiGe layers to benchmark the techniques. A SiGe recessed source and drain device has been examined in order to test their capabilities on 2D structures. Devices that have been strained using a nitride stressor have been examined to test the sensitivity of the different techniques when applied to systems containing low values of deformation. To test the techniques on modern semiconductors, an electrically tested device grown on a SOI wafer has been examined. Finally a GaN/AlN superlattice was tested in order to assess the different methods of measuring deformation on specimens that do not have a perfect crystalline structure. The different deformation mapping techniques have been compared to one another and the strengths and weaknesses of each are discussed.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 1.98
Times cited: 50
DOI: 10.1016/J.MICRON.2015.09.001
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“Nanoscale investigation by TEM and STEM-EELS of the laser induced yellowing”. Godet M, Vergès-Belmin V, Gauquelin N, Saheb M, Monnier J, Leroy E, Bourgon J, Verbeeck J, Andraud C, Micron 115, 25 (2018). http://doi.org/10.1016/j.micron.2018.08.006
Abstract: Nd-YAG QS laser cleaning of soiled stone at 1064 nm can sometimes result in a more yellow appearance compared to other cleaning techniques. Especially in France, this yellowing effect is still considered as a major aesthetic issue by the architects and conservators. One explanation states that the yellowing is linked to the formation of iron-rich nanophase(s) through the laser beam interaction with black crusts that would re-deposit on the cleaned substrate after irradiation. To characterize these nanophases, a model crust containing hematite was elaborated and laser irradiated using a Nd-YAG QS laser. The color of the sample shifted instantaneously from red to a bright yellow and numerous particles were ablated in a visible smoke. Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) was used to examine the morphology and the crystallinity of the neo-formed compounds, both on the surface of the samples and in the ablated materials. In addition, an investigation of the chemical and structural properties of the nanophases was conducted by X-ray dispersive energy (EDX) and electron energy loss (EELS) spectroscopies. It was found that both the surface of the sample and the ablated materials are covered by crystallized nano-spheres and nano-residues, all containing iron and oxygen, sometimes along with calcium and sulfur. In particular an interfacial area containing the four elements was evidenced between some nanostructures and the substrate. Magnetite Fe3O4 was also identified at the nanoscale. This study demonstrates that the laser yellowing of a model crust is linked to the presence of iron-rich nanophases including CaxFeySzOδ nanostructures and magnetite Fe3O4 at the surface after irradiation.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 1.98
Times cited: 9
DOI: 10.1016/j.micron.2018.08.006
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“Effectiveness of reducing the influence of CTAB at the surface of metal nanoparticles during in situ heating studies by TEM”. De Meyer R, Albrecht W, Bals S, Micron 144, 103036 (2021). http://doi.org/10.1016/j.micron.2021.103036
Abstract: In situ TEM is a valuable technique to offer novel insights in the behavior of nanomaterials under various conditions. However, interpretation of in situ experiments is not straightforward since the electron beam can impact the outcome of such measurements. For example, ligands surrounding metal nanoparticles transform into a protective carbon layer upon electron beam irradiation and may impact the apparent thermal stability during in situ heating experiments. In this work, we explore the effect of different treatments typically proposed to remove such ligands. We found that plasma treatment prior to heating experiments for Au nanorods and nanostars increased the apparent thermal stability of the nanoparticles, while an activated carbon treatment resulted in a decrease of the observed thermal stability. Treatment with HCl barely changed the experimental outcome. These results demonstrate the importance of carefully selecting pre-treatments procedures during in situ heating experiments.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 1.98
DOI: 10.1016/j.micron.2021.103036
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“Exploring the effects of graphene and temperature in reducing electron beam damage: A TEM and electron diffraction-based quantitative study on Lead Phthalocyanine (PbPc) crystals”. Jain N, Hao Y, Parekh U, Kaltenegger M, Pedrazo-Tardajos A, Lazzaroni R, Resel R, Geerts YH, Bals S, Van Aert S, Micron 169, 103444 (2023). http://doi.org/10.1016/j.micron.2023.103444
Abstract: High-resolution transmission electron microscopy (TEM) of organic crystals, such as Lead Phthalocyanine (PbPc), is very challenging since these materials are prone to electron beam damage leading to the breakdown of the crystal structure during investigation. Quantification of the damage is imperative to enable high-resolution imaging of PbPc crystals with minimum structural changes. In this work, we performed a detailed electron diffraction study to quantitatively measure degradation of PbPc crystals upon electron beam irradiation. Our study is based on the quantification of the fading intensity of the spots in the electron diffraction patterns. At various incident dose rates (e/Å2/s) and acceleration voltages, we experimentally extracted the decay rate (1/s), which directly correlates with the rate of beam damage. In this manner, a value for the critical dose (e/Å2) could be determined, which can be used as a measure to quantify beam damage. Using the same methodology, we explored the influence of cryogenic temperatures, graphene TEM substrates, and graphene encapsulation in prolonging the lifetime of the PbPc crystal structure during TEM investigation. The knowledge obtained by diffraction experiments is then translated to real space high-resolution TEM imaging of PbPc.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 2.4
Times cited: 1
DOI: 10.1016/j.micron.2023.103444
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“Austenite and martensite microstructures in splat-cooled Ni-Al”. Schryvers D, Holland-Moritz D, Intermetallics 6, 427 (1998). http://doi.org/10.1016/S0966-9795(97)00091-5
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 3.14
Times cited: 13
DOI: 10.1016/S0966-9795(97)00091-5
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“Cavity nucleation and growth in Cu-Zn-Al irradiated with Cu+ ions at different temperatures”. Zelaya E, Schryvers D, Tolley A, Fitchner PFP, Intermetallics 18, 493 (2010). http://doi.org/10.1016/j.intermet.2009.09.010
Abstract: The effects of high dose ion irradiation in β CuZnAl were investigated between room temperature and 150 °C. Single crystal samples with surface normal close to [001]β were irradiated with 300 keV Cu+ ions. Microstructural changes were characterized using transmission electron microscopy. Irradiation induced cavities located on the surface exposed to the irradiation were observed. The morphology, size and density distribution of these cavities were analyzed as a function of different irradiation conditions. The shape and location of the cavities with respect to the irradiation surface were not affected by irradiation temperature or irradiation dose. Instead, the cavity size distribution showed a bi-modal shape for a dose of 15 dpa, regardless of irradiation temperature. For a dose of 30 dpa the bi-modal distribution was only observed after room temperature irradiation. The diffusion effects of vacancies produced by irradiation are analyzed in shape memory CuZnAl alloys, which main characteristic is the diffusionless martensitic transformation. Particularly, the cavity size distributions were analyzed in terms of nucleation, growth and coalescence.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 3.14
Times cited: 1
DOI: 10.1016/j.intermet.2009.09.010
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“Grain growth and precipitation in an annealed cold-rolled Ni50.2Ti49.8 alloy”. Srivastava AK, Schryvers D, van Humbeeck J, Intermetallics 15, 1538 (2007). http://doi.org/10.1016/j.intermet.2007.06.003
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 3.14
Times cited: 37
DOI: 10.1016/j.intermet.2007.06.003
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“Phase transformations and precipitation in amorphous Ti50Ni25Cu25 ribbons”. Satto C, Ledda A, Potapov P, Janssens JF, Schryvers D, Intermetallics 9, 395 (2001). http://doi.org/10.1016/S0966-9795(01)00015-2
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 3.14
Times cited: 16
DOI: 10.1016/S0966-9795(01)00015-2
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“Recrystallization and grain growth in a B2 iron aluminide alloy”. Samajdar I, Ratchev P, Verlinden B, Schryvers D, Intermetallics 6, 419 (1998). http://doi.org/10.1016/S0966-9795(97)00092-7
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 3.14
Times cited: 17
DOI: 10.1016/S0966-9795(97)00092-7
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“Transmission electron microscopy study of combined precipitation of Ti2Ni(Pd) and Ti2Pd(Ni) in a Ti50Ni30Pd20 alloy”. Delville R, Schryvers D, Intermetallics 18, 2353 (2010). http://doi.org/10.1016/j.intermet.2010.08.006
Abstract: We report a new mode of precipitation in a B19 martensitic Ti50Ni30Pd20 shape memory alloy consisting of a central Ti2Ni(Pd) precipitate surrounded by an austenite area containing Ti2Pd(Ni) precipitates. The morphology and crystallography of the precipitation area is investigated using conventional and high resolution electron microscopy. In particular, the orientation relationship and the coherency strain between the Ti2Pd(Ni) precipitate and the surrounding retained B2 matrix are discussed. A study of local composition in relation with a ternary phase diagram using X-ray energy dispersive spectroscopy with a nanoprobe gives evidences of the formation mechanism.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 3.14
Times cited: 9
DOI: 10.1016/j.intermet.2010.08.006
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“Twinned b.c.c. sherical particles in a partially crystallised Ti50Ni25Cu25 melt-spun ribbon”. Santamarta R, Schryvers D, Intermetallics 12, 341 (2004). http://doi.org/10.1016/j.intermet.2003.12.002
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 3.14
Times cited: 14
DOI: 10.1016/j.intermet.2003.12.002
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“High resolution transmission electron microscopy study of nanoscale Ni-rich Ni-Al films evaporated onto NaCl and KCl”. Yandouzi M, Toth L, Schryvers D, Nanostructured materials 10, 99 (1998). http://doi.org/10.1016/S0965-9773(98)00025-7
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Times cited: 2
DOI: 10.1016/S0965-9773(98)00025-7
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“One-step synthesis of shelled PbS nanoparticles in a layered double hydroxide matrix”. Lukashin AV, Eliseev AA, Zhuravleva NG, Vertegel AA, Tretyakov YD, Lebedev OI, Van Tendeloo G, Mendeleev communications , 174 (2004). http://doi.org/10.1070/MC2004v014n04ABEH001973
Abstract: The one-step preparation of capped PbS nanoparticles in an inorganic matrix via UV-induced decomposition of lead thiosulfate complexes intercalated into a hydrotalcite-type layered double hydroxide is reported.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 1.741
Times cited: 9
DOI: 10.1070/MC2004v014n04ABEH001973
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“Giant Pd clusters observed by high resolution electron microscopy”. Volkov VV, Van Tendeloo G, Vargaftik MN, Stolyarov IP, Moiseev II, Mendeleev communications , 187 (1993)
Abstract: The giant cationic palladium clusters, approximate formula Pd561L60(OAc)180 (L = Dipy, Phen), were characterized by electron diffraction and high resolution microscopy to contain an FCC metal core, most of the larger Pd particles (8 nm) exhibiting multiple twinning, evidence for a distorted icosahedral structure.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 1.34
Times cited: 10
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“Giant Pd clusters observed by HREM”. Volkov VV, Van Tendeloo G, Vargaftik MN, Stolygarov IP, Moiseev II, Mendeleev communications , 187 (1993)
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 1.34
Times cited: 10
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“The (3 + 2)D structure of oxygen deficient LaSrCuO3.52”. Hadermann J, Pérez O, Créon N, Michel C, Hervieu M, Journal of materials chemistry 17, 2344 (2007). http://doi.org/10.1039/b701449j
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Times cited: 7
DOI: 10.1039/b701449j
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“Advanced electron microscopy and its possibilities to solve complex structures: application to transition metal oxides”. Van Tendeloo G, Hadermann J, Abakumov AM, Antipov EV, Journal of materials chemistry 19, 2660 (2009). http://doi.org/10.1039/b817914j
Abstract: Design and optimization of materials properties can only be performed through a thorough knowledge of the structure of the compound. In this feature article we illustrate the possibilities of advanced electron microscopy in materials science and solid state chemistry. The different techniques are briefly discussed and several examples are given where the structures of complex oxides, often with a modulated structure, have been solved using electron microscopy.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Times cited: 9
DOI: 10.1039/b817914j
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“Aqueous CSD approach for the growth of novel, lattice-tuned LaxCe1-xO\delta epitaxial layers”. Narayanan V, Lommens P, De Buysser K, Vanpoucke DEP, Huehne R, Molina L, Van Tendeloo G, van der Voort P, Van Driessche I, Journal of materials chemistry 22, 8476 (2012). http://doi.org/10.1039/c2jm15752g
Abstract: Lanthanumcerium oxide (LCO) films were deposited on Ni-5%W substrates by chemical solution deposition (CSD) from water-based precursors. LCO films containing different ratios of lanthanum and cerium ions (from CeO2 to La2Ce2O7) were prepared. The composition of the layers was optimized towards the formation of LCO buffer layers, lattice-matched with the superconducting YBa2Cu3Oy layer, useful for the development of coated conductors. Single, crack-free LCO layers with a thickness of up to 140 nm could be obtained in a single deposition step. The crystallinity and microstructure of these lattice-matched LCO layers were studied by X-ray diffraction techniques, RHEED and SEM. We find that only layers with thickness below 100 nm show a crystalline top surface although both thick and thin layers show good biaxial texture in XRD. On the most promising layers, AFM and (S)TEM were performed to further evaluate their morphology. The overall surface roughness varies between 3.9 and 7.5 nm, while the layers appear much more dense than the frequently used La2Zr2O7 (LZO) systems, showing much smaller nanovoids (12 nm) than the latter system. Their effective buffer layer action was studied using XPS. The thin LCO layers supported the growth of superconducting YBCO deposited using PLD methods.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Times cited: 24
DOI: 10.1039/c2jm15752g
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“Chemical, structural and electrical characterizations in the BIZNVOX family”. Vernochet C, Vannier R-N, Huvé, M, Pirovano C, Nowogrocki G, Mairesse G, Van Tendeloo G, Journal of materials chemistry 10, 2811 (2000). http://doi.org/10.1039/b006157n
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Times cited: 13
DOI: 10.1039/b006157n
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“Controlled formation of amine-templated mesostructured zirconia with remarkably high thermal stability”. Cassiers K, Linssen T, Aerts K, Cool P, Lebedev O, Van Tendeloo G, van Grieken R, Vansant EF, Journal of materials chemistry 13, 3033 (2003). http://doi.org/10.1039/b310200a
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT); Laboratory of adsorption and catalysis (LADCA); AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Times cited: 26
DOI: 10.1039/b310200a
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“The determination of the interface structure between ionocovalent compounds: the general case study of the Al2O3/ZrO2 large mis-fit system”. Trolliard G, Benmechta R, Mercurio D, Lebedev OI, Journal of materials chemistry 16, 3640 (2006). http://doi.org/10.1039/b604232e
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Times cited: 6
DOI: 10.1039/b604232e
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“The effects of moderate thermal treatments under air on LiFePO4-based nano powders”. Hamelet S, Gibot P, Casas-Cabanas M, Bonnin D, Grey CP, Cabana J, Leriche JB, Rodriguez-Carvajal J, Courty M, Levasseur S, Carlach P, Van Thournout M, Tarascon JM, Masquelier C;, Journal of materials chemistry 19, 3979 (2009). http://doi.org/10.1039/b901491h
Abstract: The thermal behavior under air of LiFePO(4)-based powders was investigated through the combination of several techniques such as temperature-controlled X-ray diffraction, thermogravimetric analysis and Mossbauer and NMR spectroscopies. The reactivity with air at moderate temperatures depends on the particle size and leads to progressive displacement of Fe from the core structure yielding nano-size Fe(2)O(3) and highly defective, oxidized Li(x)Fe(y)PO(4) compositions whose unit-cell volume decreases dramatically when the temperature is raised between 400 and 600 K. The novel LiFePO(4)-like compositions display new electrochemical reactivity when used as positive electrodes in Li batteries. Several redox phenomena between 3.4 V and 2.7 V vs. Li were discovered and followed by in-situ X-ray diffraction, which revealed two distinct solid solution domains associated with highly anisotropic variations of the unit-cell constants.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Times cited: 93
DOI: 10.1039/b901491h
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“ELNES study of carbon K-edge spectra of plasma deposited carbon films”. Hamon A-L, Verbeeck J, Schryvers D, Benedikt J, van den Sanden RMCM, Journal of materials chemistry 14, 2030 (2004). http://doi.org/10.1039/b406468m
Abstract: Electron energy loss spectroscopy was used to investigate the bonding of plasma deposited carbon films. The experimental conditions include the use of a specific collection angle for which the shape of the spectra is free of the orientation dependency usually encountered in graphite due to its anisotropic structure. The first quantification process of the energy loss near-edge structure was performed by a standard fit of the collected spectrum, corrected for background and multiple scattering, with three Gaussian functions followed by a comparison with the graphite spectrum obtained under equivalent experimental conditions. In a second approach a fitting model directly incorporating the background subtraction and multiple scattering removal was applied. The final numerical results are interpreted in view of the deposition conditions of the films and the actual fitting procedure with the related choice of parameters.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 6.626
Times cited: 61
DOI: 10.1039/b406468m
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