The SEM-EDS analysis courseware introduces a technique that utilizes a highly focused electron beam to scan the surface of the sample under investigation. As the electron beam interacts with the material, it triggers the emission of various signals, including secondary electrons, backscattered electrons, X-rays, and even photons. These signals carry valuable information about the sample's physical and chemical properties.
Different detection systems are used to collect these signals, and advanced software is employed to process and interpret the data. This allows for the visualization and analysis of multiple characteristics of the sample, such as its surface morphology, microstructural features, elemental composition, and crystallographic orientation.
By combining scanning electron microscopy (SEM) with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS), researchers can obtain both high-resolution images and detailed compositional information in a single instrument. This makes the technique widely applicable in materials science, geology, biology, and other fields where understanding the structure and composition of a material is essential.
This comprehensive approach enables scientists to explore the nanoscale world with precision and clarity, making SEM-EDS an indispensable tool in modern scientific research.