Using both focusing and position sensitive detection, this instrument is
used for the study of crystal structures (nuclear and
magnetic) with good precision and high throughput. Samples are
typically 1 gram or less and measurements are complete in a few
hours, allowing studies as a function of some parameter (pressure,
temperature, composition, etc.) to be completed in a short period.
This instrument may also be used for real time studies,
since 20 degrees of the diffraction pattern is measured in one
observation, and the region may be repeatedly measured as structural
changes progress. It is routinely used for the study of magnetic
materials, superconducting compounds and cement
compounds as well as for cement hydration processes.
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