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The correction of electron lens aberrations.
1CEMES-CNRS, B.P. 94347, 31055 Toulouse cedex, France.
Ultramicroscopy
|May 31, 2015
Summary
This review chronicles electron lens aberration correction advancements since 1990. It highlights key publications and acknowledges pioneers in aberration corrector design and construction.
Area of Science:
- Electron optics
- Microscopy instrumentation
Background:
- Electron microscopes traditionally suffer from lens aberrations limiting resolution.
- Significant progress in aberration correction began around 1990.
Purpose of the Study:
- To chronicle the historical progress of electron lens aberration correction.
- To provide a comprehensive list of publications in this field.
- To honor key figures in aberration corrector development.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and historical analysis.
- Compilation of publication lists.
Main Results:
- Detailed account of advancements in electron lens aberration correction from 1990 onwards.
- Identification of seminal works and contributions.
Conclusions:
- The development of aberration correctors has revolutionized electron microscopy.
- Key individuals like Max Haider and Ondrej Krivanek have been instrumental in this field.
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