X-ray Powder Diffraction Analysis
X-ray diffraction (XRD) is an essential technique for studying complex materials on a small scale. XRD analysis can be used to determine the composition of a material, as well as its molecular and crystalline structure. NRC's XRD instruments are particularly powerful for problems in the chemistry of solid materials. Material scientists use XRD and other instrumentation to investigate the properties of new materials including ceramics, polymers, metals and composites. These materials can then be used to fabricate improved components for items such as batteries, high-performance energy sources for laptop computers, and cellular telephones. |
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