APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Atomic force microscopy in the fields of: biology / biotechnology / biomedical research, pharmaceutical development, material sciences, nanofabrication Micro-electrical mechanical systems (MEMS) sensors ADVANTAGES: Increased sensitivity Overcomes limitations of atomic force microscopy for biomedical research Operates, … [Read more...] about Low Damping Force Sensor for Operation in Liquids IB-3051
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Metallic Nanocomposite Films for NEMS Applications IB-3027
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Gas sensing in chemical and petrochemical industry Microelectronics - quantum tunneling diodes, transistor structures, probe pods, crack stops Coatings and thin films Atomic force microscopy ADVANTAGES: Both Al-Mo and Ni-Mo films are reasonably conductive at room temperature, Ni-Mo also magnetic Stress-free and smooth—films can be … [Read more...] about Metallic Nanocomposite Films for NEMS Applications IB-3027
Hybrid Aperture Enhances Phase Contrast in Electron Microscopy IB-2851
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Imaging of biological materials low atomic number materials any specimens requiring reconstruction of the phase of the exit wave ADVANTAGES: Visualization of smaller unstained structures than previously possible Greater contrast and signal-to-noise ratio than with defocusing Compatible with existing electron microscopes … [Read more...] about Hybrid Aperture Enhances Phase Contrast in Electron Microscopy IB-2851
Optimized Carbon Nanotube Tip for Atomic Force Microscopes (AFMs) IB-2793
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Atomic force microscopes (AFMs) High resolution atomic force and magnetic force microscopy Localized electrical conductivity measurements Biological manipulation and characterization ADVANTAGES: Selectable aspect ratio and tip chemistry Ultrasharp tip Optimal geometry Electrically conducting ABSTRACT: Alex Zettl … [Read more...] about Optimized Carbon Nanotube Tip for Atomic Force Microscopes (AFMs) IB-2793
KSpaceNavigator: Software for Controlling Electron Microscope Stages IB-2771
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Electron microscopes Crystallographic goniometers ADVANTAGES: Real-time identification of crystalline samples Saves hours of trial-and-error by enabling precise, quick stage alignment Saves tilt coordinates of a sample in any zone axis orientation Users can visualize multiple display options Users can edit crystal unit … [Read more...] about KSpaceNavigator: Software for Controlling Electron Microscope Stages IB-2771