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This study introduces an efficient f-ratio quantitative method for Cold Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope/Energy Dispersive X-Ray Spectroscopy (CFE-SEM/EDS) analysis. The new approach simplifies calculations by using preset curves and ZAF correction, improving accuracy for elemental analysis.

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  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Physics

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  • Traditional f-ratio quantitative methods for CFE-SEM/EDS rely on complex real-time simulations.
  • Matrix effects in quantitative analysis pose significant challenges for accuracy.
  • Accurate elemental quantification is crucial for material characterization.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop an efficient and accurate quantitative f-ratio method for CFE-SEM/EDS systems.
  • To overcome the computational burden of traditional real-time simulation methods.
  • To enable precise elemental analysis of samples with varying matrix compositions.

Main Methods:

  • Proposed an 'preset curve + ZAF correction' strategy to replace real-time simulation.
  • Utilized pre-constructed 'f-ratio vs. concentration' models from standard samples.
  • Implemented an iterative approach to determine the absorption parameter (χ).
  • Established f-ratio models for P-In, As-Ga, S-Zn, Se-Cd, and S-Fe systems.

Main Results:

  • Successfully applied the ZAF correction f-ratio method to binary (As-In, Se-Zn) and ternary (S-As-Fe) systems.
  • Demonstrated the effectiveness of preset curves and ZAF correction in compensating for matrix effects.
  • Achieved satisfactory precision in quantitative f-ratio analysis of unknown samples.

Conclusions:

  • The 'preset curve + ZAF correction' f-ratio method offers an efficient alternative to traditional simulation-based approaches.
  • This method significantly enhances the accuracy and applicability of EDS quantitative analysis in CFE-SEM.
  • The developed technique provides a robust solution for elemental quantification in complex materials.