Phase contrast microscope for short wavelength radiation and imaging method
US7414787B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 31, 2006 |
| Grant date | Aug 19, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 31, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S438/975
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A phase contrast x-ray microscope has a phase plate that is placed in proximity of and attached rigidly to the objective to form a composite optic. This enables easier initial and long-term maintenance of alignment of the microscope. In one example, they are fabricated on the same high-transmissive substrate. The use of this composite optic allows for lithographic-based alignment that will not change over the lifetime of the instrument. Also, in one configuration, the phase plate is located between the test object and the objective.
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