Electron Optic Documents

For people who are using the SEM for the first time. Includes topics such as What is the SEM, Observation  Examples, Specimen Preparation and Observation Technique, Functions of SEM's Individual Components, New Functions of SEM, Comparison of Scanning Electron Microscope with Optical Microscope and Transmission Electron Microscope, and Description of Terms.

SEM is a natural extension to viewing specimens with an optical microscope due in part to its inherent higher depth of field and ability to resolve smaller microstructures. Creating a 3-dimensional (3D) surface model can further enhance our understanding with specimens that have complex topographical features.

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The field of single particle structure analysis (SPA) by cryo-electron microscopy reached new highs with the publication of a 1.19Å structure of apo-ferritin by Maki-Yonekura et al. obtained using a JEOL CRYO ARM™ 300 model 33001. This electron cryo-microscope was specifically designed for highly automated workflows capable of the unattended acquisition thousands of images of vitrified specimens. Workflow support of the JEOL CRYO ARM™ is available for SPA, batch tomography and microED.

Determining the near-atomic resolution structure of a biological macromolecule requires time on a high-end electron cryo-microscope. Depending on the local situation this could mean acquiring images of frozen-hydrated specimens on a JEOL CRYO ARM™ and/or another cryo microscope. To optimize inter-operability between different brands of cryo-microscopes, JEOL have investigated two related aspects: a) the reverse transfer, that is extracting frozen-hydrated specimens from one microscope to be transferred to another one, and b) the usability of a special cartridge designated as AG that are AutoGrid compatible.

JEOL SEMs are delivered with the capability for remote viewing and remote operation. The SEM computer includes a 2nd ethernet card for connection to your local area network. There is no need for a second support computer. Just connect your JEOL SEM computer to a reliable and fast broadband internet connection and choose the software platform that meets your remote access requirements.

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JEOL’s large chamber SEMs are designed for easy access in both the Tungsten SEM and Thermal Schottky Field Emission SEM models. Our large, direct-access sample chambers are ideal suited for the labs that require high-throughput and multi-sample imaging and analysis, multiple ports to fit a variety of accessories, and analysis of large samples that cannot be cut to size.

The applications for lithium ion batteries (LIB) cover a wide range, from power sources for personal computers and mobile devices to automobiles, and there is always a demand for even better performance and safety. In order to ensure the performance and quality of LIB, analysis and evaluation using high-performance assessment systems is necessary. JEOL offers a full line-up of equipment to support the development of new LIB technologies and to improve product quality, including instruments for morphology observation and surface analysis, chemical analysis systems to perform structural analysis on a molecular level, as well as fabrication systems to create high-performance coatings and powders. This LIB note offers solutions for researchers and engineers who are looking for the best equipment for their application.