Chemical composition alone is often insufficient; identifying crystallographic phases and conducting real-time mineral identification in the field are vital for quality assurance and mineral exploration.
A. X-Ray Diffraction (XRD) for Phase Analysis
XRD systems identify and quantify crystal phase structures in diverse material compositions:
- Aeris (Benchtop XRD): An intuitive benchtop diffractometer providing rapid qualitative and quantitative diffraction data without demanding complex laboratory infrastructure.
- Empyrean Range: A versatile multi-purpose XRD platform excelling in advanced material research, thin films, nanomaterials, and residual stress mapping.
B. Near-Infrared (NIR) Spectroscopy (ASD Range)
Engineered for field exploration and geological research requiring ultimate portability:
- ASD FieldSpec 4 Hi-Res: High-resolution field spectroradiometers designed for precise spectral reflectance measurements.
- ASD TerraSpec 4 & Halo Mineral Identifier: Portable, all-in-one mineral identifiers enabling geologists to obtain rapid, actionable mineralogy data on-site.
Key Advantage of Combining XRD & NIR: Delivers non-destructive testing with minimal sample preparation, accelerating critical decision-making in mining extraction and novel material development.
