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Powering research breakthroughs with desktop SEM
With a small footprint and big capabilities, Thermo Scientific Phenom G6 Desktop SEMs suit a variety of labs and purposes. Here are just a few examples of how they have advanced research around the world.
Nanofiber technology research using the Phenom ProX G6 Desktop SEM
At the Technical University of Liberec, the Department of Nonwovens and Nanofibrous Materials leads innovative research in nonwoven textiles and electrospinning. They focus on developing electrospinning techniques, studying fiber-liquid interactions, and exploring applications in filtration, acoustics, and medical fields. One of their major challenges was the slow characterization of nanofibers using traditional electron microscopes, which hindered their research progress.
The Phenom ProX G6 Desktop SEM provided rapid, high-quality imaging, essential for analyzing nanofiber structures. Its user-friendly design allowed students to operate it easily, and its magnification range was ideal for detailed studies. Paired with Thermo Scientific FiberMetric Software, the SEM enabled quick, automatic measurements of nanofiber and pore diameters, accelerating research. This setup allowed the department to gather comprehensive data swiftly, enhancing their research in filtration, acoustics, and medical applications of nanofibers. The Phenom ProX G6 Desktop SEM significantly boosted their research efficiency and educational effectiveness.
Nanofiber structures captured on the Phenom ProX G6 Desktop SEM.
Nanofiber structures captured on the Phenom ProX G6 Desktop SEM.
Nanofiber structures captured on the Phenom ProX G6 Desktop SEM.
Ultrafast photonics research using the Phenom Pro G6 Desktop SEM
In ultrafast photonics research, the shrinking dimensions of devices can make it difficult to evaluate nanoscale structures. Traditional methods often involve time-consuming trips to external facilities for scanning electron microscopy, slowing down the research process.
The Phenom Pro G6 Desktop SEM provides the high-resolution imaging and in-house analysis essential for rapidly evaluating microstructures. Its design is tailored for research and development, offering the necessary resolution and depth of field to study intricate features as small as 100 nm. This capability is crucial for applications in microelectronics, photonics, and biomedical devices, where precision is paramount. Techniques like two-photon polymerization (TPP) used in ultrafast microfabrication create complex 3D structures. The Phenom Pro G6 Desktop SEM allows researchers to quickly verify these structures, ensuring high quality and accuracy.
The Phenom Pro G6 Desktop SEM can help you efficiently assess ablation lines and detect any imperfections on site, eliminating the need for external SEM facilities. This significantly enhances your workflow, accelerates the development process, and allows for real-time adjustments and improvements. Integrating this tool provides the speed and precision necessary to overcome the challenges of evaluating nanoscale structures in ultrafast photonics research.
Pharmaceutical research using the Phenom Pro and ProX G6 Desktop SEMs
In pharmaceutical research, accurately monitoring the characteristics of particulate systems like powders and suspensions is crucial for developing effective dosage forms. Traditional methods often fall short in providing the necessary detail and speed.
One challenge in this work is finding a tool that can quickly and accurately evaluate particle morphology and surface texture. High-resolution imaging is crucial for assessing active substances, excipients, and final products.
The Phenom G6 Desktop SEM offers high-resolution images in minutes, far surpassing the capabilities of optical microscopes. It also offers immediate evaluations, which are essential for timely decision making in research.
The Phenom G6 Desktop SEM's robust design and ease of use eliminate the need for skilled operators and costly high-end SEM apparatus. Implementing this SEM in the lab provides a fast return on investment and significantly enhances the particle characterization process. The Phenom Desktop SEM effectively addresses the challenge of rapid and precise particle evaluation, streamlining the development of new pharmaceutical dosage forms.
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