Recent advances in FIB technology have focused on improving resolution, reducing damage, and enhancing versatility:
1. Cryo-FIB: Operating the FIB at cryogenic temperatures helps minimize damage and preserve the sample's native state. 2. Dual-Beam Systems: Combining FIB with SEM in a single system enables simultaneous milling and imaging, improving efficiency and accuracy. 3. Gas Injection Systems: These systems can introduce specific gases during FIB processing to enable chemical modifications or enhanced material deposition.
