X-Ray Fluorescence Spectroscopy for Laboratory Applications

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<p><b>Provides comprehensive coverage on using X-ray fluorescence for laboratory applications</b></p><p>This book focuses on the practical aspects of X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectroscopy and discusses the requirements for a successful sample analysis, such as sample preparation, measurement techniques and calibration, as well as the quality of the analysis results.</p><p><i>X-Ray Fluorescence Spectroscopy for Laboratory Applications</i> begins with a short overview of the physical fundamentals of the generation of X-rays and their interaction with the sample material, followed by a presentation of the different methods of sample preparation in dependence on the quality of the source material and the objective of the measurement. After a short description of the different available equipment types and their respective performance, the book provides in-depth information on the choice of the optimal measurement conditions and the processing of the measurement results. It covers instrument types for XRF; acquisition and evaluation of X-Ray spectra; analytical errors; analysis of homogeneous materials, powders, and liquids; special applications of XRF; process control and automation.</p><ul><li>An important resource for the analytical chemist, providing concrete guidelines and support for everyday analyses</li><li>Focuses on daily laboratory work with commercially available devices</li><li>Offers a unique compilation of knowledge and best practices from equipment manufacturers and users</li><li>Covers the entire work process: sample preparation, the actual measurement, data processing, assessment of uncertainty, and accuracy of the obtained results</li></ul><p><i>X-Ray Fluorescence Spectroscopy for Laboratory Applications</i> appeals to analytical chemists, analytical laboratories, materials scientists, environmental chemists, chemical engineers, biotechnologists, and pharma engineers.</p>

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<p><b>Michael</b><b>Haschke, PhD,</b> has been working in the product management of various companies for more than 35 years where he was responsible for the development and introduction to market of new x-ray fluorescence techniques, mainly in the field of energy-dissipative spectroscopy.</p><p></p><p><b>Jörg</b><b> Flock, PhD,</b> is Head of the Central Laboratory of ThyssenKrupp Stahl AG and well-versed with different analytical techniques, in particular with x-ray fluorescence spectroscopy. He has extensive practical experience in using this technique for the analysis of samples with different qualities and the interpretation of the acquired results.</p><p></p><p><b>Michael Haller</b> has been using X-rays as an analytical tool for over thirty years, first in X-ray crystallography, then later in the development and application of polycapillary X-ray optics. Further he has developed new applications for coating thickness instruments. In 2018 he became co-owner of CrossRoads Scientific, a company specializing in the development of analytical X-ray software.</p>

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