scholarly journals Single-Shot Coherent X-Ray Imaging Instrument at PAL-XFEL

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (11) ◽  
pp. 5082
Author(s):  
Daeho Sung ◽  
Daewoong Nam ◽  
Myong-jin Kim ◽  
Seonghan Kim ◽  
Kyung Sook Kim ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Correlation Spectroscopy ◽  
Single Shot ◽  
Pump Probe ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Coherent Diffraction Imaging ◽  
X Ray Imaging ◽  
Scattering Geometry ◽  
Diffraction Imaging ◽  
Imaging Instrument ◽  
Pal Xfel

We developed a single-shot coherent X-ray imaging instrument at the hard X-ray beamline of the Pohang Accelerator Laboratory X-ray Free Electron Laser (PAL-XFEL). This experimental platform was established to conduct a variety of XFEL experiments, including coherent diffraction imaging (CDI), X-ray photon correlation spectroscopy (XPCS), and coherent X-ray scattering (CXS). Based on the forward-scattering geometry, this instrument utilizes a fixed-target method for sample delivery. It is well optimized for single-shot-based experiments in which one expects to observe the ultrafast phenomena of nanoparticles at picosecond temporal and nanometer spatial resolutions. In this paper, we introduce a single-shot coherent X-ray imaging instrument and report pump–probe coherent diffraction imaging (PPCDI) of Ag nanoparticles as an example of its applications.

scholarly journals Continuous scanning for Bragg coherent X-ray imaging

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ni Li ◽  
Maxime Dupraz ◽  
Longfei Wu ◽  
Steven J. Leake ◽  
Andrea Resta ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Flow Reactor ◽  
Light Sources ◽  
Pt Nanoparticle ◽  
Strain Fields ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Coherent Diffraction Imaging ◽  
Scan Time ◽  
X Ray Imaging ◽  
Continuous Scanning ◽  
Diffraction Imaging

Abstract We explore the use of continuous scanning during data acquisition for Bragg coherent diffraction imaging, i.e., where the sample is in continuous motion. The fidelity of continuous scanning Bragg coherent diffraction imaging is demonstrated on a single Pt nanoparticle in a flow reactor at $$400\,^\circ \hbox {C}$$ 400 ∘ C in an Ar-based gas flowed at 50 ml/min. We show a reduction of 30% in total scan time compared to conventional step-by-step scanning. The reconstructed Bragg electron density, phase, displacement and strain fields are in excellent agreement with the results obtained from conventional step-by-step scanning. Continuous scanning will allow to minimise sample instability under the beam and will become increasingly important at diffraction-limited storage ring light sources.

scholarly journals The Coherent X-ray Imaging instrument at the Linac Coherent Light Source

2015 ◽  
Vol 22 (3) ◽  
pp. 514-519 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mengning Liang ◽  
Garth J. Williams ◽  
Marc Messerschmidt ◽  
M. Marvin Seibert ◽  
Paul A. Montanez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
High Power Density ◽  
Coherent Light ◽  
Diverse Range ◽  
Pump Probe ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Injection Pump ◽  
X Ray Imaging ◽  
Linac Coherent Light Source ◽  
Imaging Instrument ◽  
Coherent Light Source

The Coherent X-ray Imaging (CXI) instrument specializes in hard X-ray, in-vacuum, high power density experiments in all areas of science. Two main sample chambers, one containing a 100 nm focus and one a 1 µm focus, are available, each with multiple diagnostics, sample injection, pump–probe and detector capabilities. The flexibility of CXI has enabled it to host a diverse range of experiments, from biological to extreme matter.

scholarly journals Focusing X-ray free-electron laser pulses using Kirkpatrick–Baez mirrors at the NCI hutch of the PAL-XFEL

2018 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 289-292 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jangwoo Kim ◽  
Hyo-Yun Kim ◽  
Jaehyun Park ◽  
Sangsoo Kim ◽  
Sunam Kim ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Free Electron ◽  
Free Electron Laser ◽  
Laser Pulses ◽  
Mirror System ◽  
X Rays ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Fixed Sample ◽  
Scattering Geometry ◽  
Diffraction Imaging ◽  
Pal Xfel

The Pohang Accelerator Laboratory X-ray Free-Electron Laser (PAL-XFEL) is a recently commissioned X-ray free-electron laser (XFEL) facility that provides intense ultrashort X-ray pulses based on the self-amplified spontaneous emission process. The nano-crystallography and coherent imaging (NCI) hutch with forward-scattering geometry is located at the hard X-ray beamline of the PAL-XFEL and provides opportunities to perform serial femtosecond crystallography and coherent X-ray diffraction imaging. To produce intense high-density XFEL pulses at the interaction positions between the X-rays and various samples, a microfocusing Kirkpatrick–Baez (KB) mirror system that includes an ultra-precision manipulator has been developed. In this paper, the design of a KB mirror system that focuses the hard XFEL beam onto a fixed sample point of the NCI hutch, which is positioned along the hard XFEL beamline, is described. The focusing system produces a two-dimensional focusing beam at approximately 2 µm scale across the 2–11 keV photon energy range. XFEL pulses of 9.7 keV energy were successfully focused onto an area of size 1.94 µm × 2.08 µm FWHM.

Coherent X-ray scattering beamline at port 9C of Pohang Light Source II

2013 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 264-267 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chung-Jong Yu ◽  
Hae Cheol Lee ◽  
Chan Kim ◽  
Wonsuk Cha ◽  
Jerome Carnis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Light Source ◽  
Correlation Spectroscopy ◽  
X Rays ◽  
Photon Correlation ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Coherent Diffraction Imaging ◽  
X Ray Scattering ◽  
Pohang Light Source ◽  
Diffraction Imaging ◽  
Ray Scattering

The coherent X-ray scattering beamline at the 9C port of the upgraded Pohang Light Source (PLS-II) at Pohang Accelerator Laboratory in Korea is introduced. This beamline provides X-rays of 5–20 keV, and targets coherent X-ray experiments such as coherent diffraction imaging and X-ray photon correlation spectroscopy. The main parameters of the beamline are summarized, and some preliminary experimental results are described.

scholarly journals The Potential of EuPRAXIA@SPARC_LAB for Radiation Based Techniques

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 30 ◽  
Author(s):  
Antonella Balerna ◽  
Samanta Bartocci ◽  
Giovanni Batignani ◽  
Alessandro Cianchi ◽  
Enrica Chiadroni ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Laser System ◽  
Dynamical Behavior ◽  
Pump Probe ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Water Window ◽  
Coherent Diffraction Imaging ◽  
X Ray Scattering ◽  
X Band ◽  
Diffraction Imaging ◽  
X Ray Absorption

A proposal for building a Free Electron Laser, EuPRAXIA@SPARC_LAB, at the Laboratori Nazionali di Frascati, is at present under consideration. This FEL facility will provide a unique combination of a high brightness GeV-range electron beam generated in a X-band RF linac, a 0.5 PW-class laser system and the first FEL source driven by a plasma accelerator. The FEL will produce ultra-bright pulses, with up to 10 12 photons/pulse, femtosecond timescale and wavelength down to 3 nm, which lies in the so called “water window”. The experimental activity will be focused on the realization of a plasma driven short wavelength FEL able to provide high-quality photons for a user beamline. In this paper, we describe the main classes of experiments that will be performed at the facility, including coherent diffraction imaging, soft X-ray absorption spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, Resonant Inelastic X-ray Scattering and photofragmentation measurements. These techniques will allow studying a variety of samples, both biological and inorganic, providing information about their structure and dynamical behavior. In this context, the possibility of inducing changes in samples via pump pulses leading to the stimulation of chemical reactions or the generation of coherent excitations would tremendously benefit from pulses in the soft X-ray region. High power synchronized optical lasers and a TeraHertz radiation source will indeed be made available for THz and pump–probe experiments and a split-and-delay station will allow performing XUV-XUV pump–probe experiments.

Design of the experimental stage for coherent diffraction imaging

2010 ◽  
Vol 1 (SRMS-7) ◽  
Author(s):  
Z. D. Pešić ◽  
U. H. Wagner ◽  
C. Rau
Keyword(s):  
Preliminary Design ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Contrast Imaging ◽  
Coherent Imaging ◽  
Full Field ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Coherent Diffraction Imaging ◽  
X Ray Imaging ◽  
Diffraction Imaging ◽  
Experimental Stage

The I13 beamline of Diamond Light Source encompasses two fully independent branches devoted for coherent imaging experiments (coherent X-ray diffraction and ptychography) and X-ray imaging and tomography (full-field microscopy and in-line phase contrast imaging). This contributed paper outlines the main features of the coherence beamline and a preliminary design of the experimental station for coherent X-ray diffraction imaging.

scholarly journals X-ray imaging of silicon die within fully packaged semiconductor devices

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Brian K. Tanner ◽  
Patrick J. McNally ◽  
Andreas N. Danilewsky
Keyword(s):  
Synchrotron Radiation ◽  
Feasibility Studies ◽  
Monochromatic Radiation ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Divergent Beam ◽  
X Ray ◽  
X Ray Imaging ◽  
Setting Process ◽  
Diffraction Imaging ◽  
Lattice Planes

X-ray diffraction imaging (XRDI) (topography) measurements of silicon die warpage within fully packaged commercial quad-flat no-lead devices are described. Using synchrotron radiation, it has been shown that the tilt of the lattice planes in the Analog Devices AD9253 die initially falls, but after 100 °C, it rises again. The twist across the die wafer falls linearly with an increase in temperature. At 200 °C, the tilt varies approximately linearly with position, that is, displacement varies quadratically along the die. The warpage is approximately reversible on cooling, suggesting that it has a simple paraboloidal form prior to encapsulation; the complex tilt and twisting result from the polymer setting process. Feasibility studies are reported, which demonstrate that a divergent beam and quasi-monochromatic radiation from a sealed X-ray tube can be used to perform warpage measurements by XRDI in the laboratory. Existing tools have limitations because of the geometry of the X-ray optics, resulting in applicability only to simple warpage structures. The necessary modifications required for use in situations of complex warpage, for example, in multiple die interconnected packages are specified.

scholarly journals A high-pressure cryocooling method for protein crystals and biological samples with reduced background X-ray scatter

2012 ◽  
Vol 46 (1) ◽  
pp. 234-241 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chae Un Kim ◽  
Jennifer L. Wierman ◽  
Richard Gillilan ◽  
Enju Lima ◽  
Sol M. Gruner
Keyword(s):  
High Pressure ◽  
Biological Samples ◽  
Protein Crystal ◽  
High Background ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Coherent Diffraction Imaging ◽  
X Ray Scattering ◽  
Alternative Method ◽  
Helium Gas ◽  
Diffraction Imaging

High-pressure cryocooling has been developed as an alternative method for cryopreservation of macromolecular crystals and successfully applied for various technical and scientific studies. The method requires the preservation of crystal hydration as the crystal is pressurized with dry helium gas. Previously, crystal hydration was maintained either by coating crystals with a mineral oil or by enclosing crystals in a capillary which was filled with crystallization mother liquor. These methods are not well suited to weakly diffracting crystals because of the relatively high background scattering from the hydrating materials. Here, an alternative method of crystal hydration, called capillary shielding, is described. The specimen is kept hydratedviavapor diffusion in a shielding capillary while it is being pressure cryocooled. After cryocooling, the shielding capillary is removed to reduce background X-ray scattering. It is shown that, compared to previous crystal-hydration methods, the new hydration method produces superior crystal diffraction with little sign of crystal damage. Using the new method, a weakly diffracting protein crystal may be properly pressure cryocooled with little or no addition of external cryoprotectants, and significantly reduced background scattering can be observed from the resulting sample. Beyond the applications for macromolecular crystallography, it is shown that the method has great potential for the preparation of noncrystalline hydrated biological samples for coherent diffraction imaging with future X-ray sources.

Simulation of Coherent Diffraction Imaging Based on Scanning Transimission X-Ray Microscopy of Shanghai Synchrotron Radiation Facility

2011 ◽  
Vol 31 (4) ◽  
pp. 0418001
Author(s):  
谭兴兴 Tan Xingxing ◽  
刘海岗 Liu Haigang ◽  
郭智 Guo Zhi ◽  
吴衍青 Wu Yanqing ◽  
许子健 Xu Zijian ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Synchrotron Radiation ◽  
Shanghai Synchrotron Radiation Facility ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Coherent Diffraction Imaging ◽  
Diffraction Imaging
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