Ludwig Reimer Bücher

Focusing on the advancements in transmission electron microscopy, this monograph details the physics behind image formation, electron-specimen interactions, and image interpretation. It highlights significant developments such as monochromators and aberration correctors, enhancing energy resolution and spatial accuracy. The revised edition maintains the original's comprehensive approach while integrating new findings, making it a valuable resource for both newcomers and seasoned researchers. The author aims to preserve the book's foundational principles while updating key sections for modern relevance.

Energy-Filtering Transmission Electron Microscopy (EFTEM) presents a summary of the electron optics, the electron-specimen interactions, and the operation and contrast modes of this new field of analytical electron microscopy. The electron optics of filter lenses and the progress in the correction of aberrations are discussed in detail. An evaluation of our present knowledge of plasmon losses and inner-shell ionisations is of increasing interest for a quantitative application of EFTEM in materials and life sciences. This can be realized not only by filtering the elastically scattered electrons but mainly by imgaging and analyzing with inelastically scattered electrons at different energy losses up to 2000 eV. The strength of EFTEM is the combination of the modes EELS, ESI, ESD and REM.

This book delves into the principles and applications of scanning electron microscopy (SEM), a powerful technique used for detailed imaging and analysis of materials at the micro and nanoscale. It covers the fundamental concepts of SEM, including sample preparation, imaging techniques, and data interpretation. The text also explores various applications across fields such as materials science, biology, and nanotechnology, making it an essential resource for researchers and professionals looking to enhance their understanding and utilization of SEM in their work.