Neutron and X-Ray Spectroscopy

ISBN-13: 9781402033360 / Angielski / Twarda / 2005 / 566 str.

Francoise Hippert; Erik Geissler; Jean Louis Hodeau

Opis

Scientific research involving neutrons or synchrotron radiation is performed in large experimental installations at a few sites around the world. Taking full advantage of such techniques requires a wide range of specialized expertise not found in any university course. Therefore, there is a need for reference books and training courses to introduce young scientists to the underlying principles and methods. Neutron and X-Ray Spectroscopy delivers an up-to-date account of the principles and practice of inelastic and spectroscopic methods available at neutron and synchrotron sources, including recent developments. The chapters are based on a course of lectures and practicals (the HERCULES course at the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility) delivered to young scientists who require these methods in their professional careers. Each chapter, written by a leading specialist in the field, introduces the basic concepts of the technique and provides an overview of recent work. This volume, which focuses on spectroscopic techniques in synchrotron radiation and inelastic neutron scattering, will be a primary source of information for physicists, chemists and materials scientists who wish to acquire a basic understanding of these techniques and to discover the possibilities offered by them. Emphasizing the complementarity of the neutron and X-ray methods, this tutorial will also be invaluable to scientists already working in neighboring fields who seek to extend their knowledge.

Recenzje

From the reviews:

"The text outlines the basic science behind each method, giving the new user a good introduction to the area. ... Overall, this text is a useful addition covering the theory and application of neutron and X-ray spectroscopy to a wide range of scientific areas. It is clearly written ... . It will prove valuable for PhD and postdoctoral students. Each chapter is well referenced to current literature and gives the reader ample opportunity to expand on the introductions given in the book." (Dr. Stephen Skinner, Materials World, January, 2008)

Spis treści

Fundamentals of X-ray absorption and dichroism: the multiplet approach by F. de Groot and J. Vogel Multiple scattering theory applied to X-ray absorption near-edge structure by P. Sainctavit, V. Briois and D. Cabaret X-ray magnetic circular dichroism by F. Baudelet Extended X-ray absorption fine structure by B. Lengeler Inelastic X-ray scattering from collective atom dynamics by F. Sette and M. Krisch Photoelectron spectroscopy by M. Grioni Anomalous scattering and diffraction anomalous fine structure by J.L. Hodeau and H. Renevier Soft X-ray photoelectron emission microscopy (X-PEEM) by C.M. Schneider X-ray intensity fluctuation spectroscopy by M. Sutton Vibrational spectroscopy at surfaces and interfaces using synchrotron sources and free electron lasers by A. Tadjeddine and P. Dumas Neutron spectroscopy Inelastic neutron scattering: introduction by R. Scherm and B. Fåk Three-axis inelastic neutron scattering by R. Currat Neutron spin echo spectroscopy by R. Cywinski Time of flight inelastic scattering by R. Eccleston Neutron backscattering spectroscopy by B. Frick Neutron inelastic scattering and molecular modelling by M.R. Johnson, G.J. Kearley and H.P. Trommsdorff Index

Blurb

Neutron and X-Ray Spectroscopy delivers an up-to-date account of the principles and practice of inelastic and spectroscopic methods available at neutron and synchrotron sources, including recent developments. The chapters are based on a course of lectures and practicals (the HERCULES course) delivered to young scientists who require these methods in their professional careers. Each chapter, written by a leading specialist in the field, introduces the basic concepts of the technique and provides an overview of recent work. This volume, which focuses on spectroscopic techniques in synchrotron radiation and inelastic neutron scattering, will be a primary source of information for physicists, chemists and materials scientists who wish to acquire a basic understanding of these techniques and to discover the possibilities offered by them. Emphasizing the complementarity of the neutron and X-ray methods, this tutorial will also be invaluable to scientists already working in neighboring fields who seek to extend their knowledge.