82 Optical and XRF Imaging and Analysis
Horiba Scientifi c has released the XGT-9000 X-ray analytical microscope (µXRF), which simultaneously performs elemental analysis and optical observation of samples. Incorporating Horiba’s proprietary X-ray technology, the XGT-9000 not only screens foreign objects in a range of production processes, including semiconductor integrated circuits, it also measures fi lm thickness and adherence amounts with a high degree of accuracy. By integrating the features of a high-resolution microscope and high-intensity X-ray beams, the XGT-9000 performs non-destructive foreign-object analysis on samples, switching between high-speed analysis mode for rapid screening of foreign objects, and detailed analysis mode using the micro beams fi rst incorporated in earlier models.
The XGT-9000 is equipped with three types of optical illuminations: bright fi eld coaxial, dark fi eld and transmission. Combining bright fi eld coaxial and dark fi eld illuminations enables clear observation of the samples with fl at or uneven areas, such as semiconductor wafers and fi lms. The XGT-9000 offers highly accurate and fast foreign-object analysis, enabling it to detect both visible foreign objects and invisible ones down to several microns in size.
Irradiating X-rays are coaxial with optical observation images, which avoids any misalignment. Other improvements include shortened analysis time, enhanced mapping and image processing, as well as ease of combination with other analysis equipment. The software package includes quantitative and qualitative chemical analyses, thickness determination and image analysis features.
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New Benchtop 3D X-ray Microscope Introduced
Bruker have announced the new SKYSCANTM 1273 benchtop 3D X-ray microscope based on micro-computed tomography (Micro-CT) technology. The SKYSCAN 1273 sets a new standard for non-destructive testing (NDT) with benchtop instruments, providing a performance level previously only achieved by fl oor standing systems.
Samples with up to 500 mm length, 300 mm diameter, and a maximum weight of 20 kg can be investigated with powerful and precise positioning stages. The combination of a higher-energy X-ray source running at higher power (130 kV, 39 W) and a large format 6-megapixel fl at-panel detector with ultimate sensitivity and speed provides excellent image quality in just a few seconds. The SKYSCAN 1273 produces 3D images of internal structures with high resolution based on a voxel size smaller than 3 µm.
The comprehensive software for straightforward data collection, advanced image analysis, and powerful visualisation makes the SKYSCAN 1273 an easy-to-use 3D X-ray microscope. Micro-CT with helical scanning for distortion-free data acquisition and artefact-free reconstruction algorithms provides images without blurring, even for planar structures in all directions.
For high-speed requirements, InstaReconâ, one of the world’s fastest CT reconstruction solutions, accelerates 3D imaging up to 100 times compared to traditional algorithms.
The SKYSCAN 1273 benchtop 3D X-ray microscope requires minimum lab space, is easy to use, and virtually maintenance-free to offer high system uptime with low cost of ownership.
Dr Geert Vanhoyland, the Bruker AXS Product Line Manager for 3D X-ray Microscopy, commented: “The SKYSCAN 1273 is a turnkey solution for non-destructive 3D imaging, covering a variety of industrial and scientifi c applications. This includes defect detection for casting, machining, and additive manufacturing, inspection of complex electro-mechanical assemblies, pharmaceutical packaging, advanced medical tools, geological drill cores, and non-ambient microscopy.”
Dr Kjell Laperre, the Bruker BioSpin Micro-CT Market Product & Applications Manager, added: “The SKYSCAN 1273 signifi cantly extends the capabilities in preclinical imaging. Its large sample compartment combined with the higher-energy, higher-power X-ray source allows ex vivo imaging of larger and higher density samples in forensic, orthopedic, paleontological, and zoology applications.”
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New Real-time Telepathology Suite for Remote Frozen Section Launched
Motic China Group Co, Ltd, a manufacturer of traditional light microscopes, microscope camera systems and all-in-one pathology solutions, has launched its newest digital scanning solution for routine medical use.
The FS-Live system is a real-time control and image streaming software suite that directly connects pathologists to a networked MoticEasyScan One or MoticEasyScan Pro for remote diagnosis. It brings the lab and operating room to the pathologist, improving caseload effi ciency through eliminating hours of travel and onsite time for experts and allowing high-volume hospitals to consult with specialists anywhere, at any time.
Developed in conjunction with leading pathologists and cancer researchers in the United States, the system is optimised for remote use in Frozen Section diagnosis, FNA and cytology adequacy evaluation, ROSE, and live-sample tumour boards via features such as an industry breakthrough continuous auto- focus that completely eliminates the need for focus adjustment, z-stack snapshot for cytology, and gamma compensation to correct over- staining.
The FS-Live system helps address a critical and growing gap in pathologist supply worldwide. Only 3% of histopathology departments in the United Kingdom report that they are adequately staffed to meet diagnostic needs, according to the most recent Royal College of Pathologists Workplace Census. The Association of American Medical Colleges projected in 2018 that national shortages in physician supply relative to demand will increase through 2030 and beyond.
“With the FS-Live Suite, we can provide pathologists with a telepathology workfl ow improvement that immediately translates into the ability to read and diagnose more cases, for more patients, at more hospitals every year,” said Nicholas Chan, Director of Digital Pathology at Motic.
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