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ID15A at the ESRF - a beamline for high speed operando X-ray diffraction, diffraction tomography and total scattering
Gavin B M Vaughan1, Robert Baker1, Raymond Barret1
1ESRF - The European Synchrotron, 71 Avenue des Martyrs, 38000 Grenoble, France.
Journal of Synchrotron Radiation
|March 11, 2020
Summary
The ID15A beamline offers advanced operando and time-resolved diffraction and imaging capabilities. Its high energy and rapid technique switching enable detailed studies of complex, working systems.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Analytical Chemistry
Background:
- The ID15A beamline at the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility (ESRF) has been upgraded to enhance its capabilities for materials research.
- Operando and time-resolved studies are crucial for understanding dynamic processes in materials under working conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce the capabilities of the refurbished ID15A beamline.
- To highlight its suitability for advanced diffraction and imaging experiments on complex systems.
Main Methods:
- The beamline utilizes high-energy X-rays (up to 120 keV) for deep penetration.
- It features rapid switching between techniques like diffraction, imaging, and tomography.
- Advanced focusing optics and a CdTe pixel detector ensure high data quality and speed.
Main Results:
- The ID15A beamline enables unprecedented data quality at high energies.
- It facilitates very rapid, triggered experiments for time-resolved studies.
- Bulky and highly absorbing systems can now be effectively studied.
Conclusions:
- The upgraded ID15A beamline provides a powerful platform for operando and time-resolved materials characterization.
- Its versatility and high performance open new avenues for studying dynamic phenomena in diverse systems.
