Several techniques that leverage synchrotron radiation are pivotal in nanotechnology:
X-ray Diffraction (XRD): This technique is used to determine the crystalline structure of nanomaterials. X-ray Absorption Spectroscopy (XAS): It helps in understanding the electronic structure and local chemical environment of atoms in nanomaterials. X-ray Fluorescence (XRF): This method is used for elemental analysis and mapping at the nanoscale. Small Angle X-ray Scattering (SAXS): SAXS provides information on the size, shape, and distribution of nanoscale particles in a sample. X-ray Imaging: High-resolution imaging techniques, such as X-ray microscopy, allow for visualization of nanostructures in three dimensions.
