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Specimen cooling holder for side entry transmission electron microscopes

US4950901A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 6, 1989
Grant dateAug 21, 1990
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Expiry dateNov 6, 2009

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01J37/20
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An improved specimen cooling holder for transmission electron microscopy is described. Low thermal conductivity pins near the specimen and an improved conductor/dewar connection reduce specimen vibration, providing improved image resolution. Multiple heaters facilitate accurate temperature control and bakeout procedures.

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