Modular segmentation fills dead zones with parabolic foils to eliminate manufacturing complexity and improve focusing resolution.
A mirror uses a compound layer and protective coating to reflect electromagnetic radiation at grazing incidence angles.
Polynomial corrective shapes on nested Wolter I mirrors redirect radiation to fill far field intensity distribution dips caused by mirror thickness shadowing.
A supersonic beam of isotopically mixed gas elastically scatters from a single-crystalline surface to separate isotopes into distinct angular distributions.
An array of phase gratings diffracts a neutron beam into structured waves, overcoming the impractical size limits of refractive optics for neutron imaging.
Alternating grating subareas modulate phase and transmit radiation to capture density data.
Rotating an eccentric beam blocking element adjusts X-ray divergence angles and intensity, replacing complex micrometer screw mechanisms.
Multilayer film mirror intensifies laboratory X-rays to resolve exposure time bottlenecks, enabling high-resolution crystal defect observation.
Stacked plates with slits restrict scattered radiation angles, resolving fabrication complexity and weight issues in large X-ray diffraction systems.