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Structure Determination Methods Group

Welcome

The Structure Determination Methods Group develops and disseminates measurement science, standards, and technology for the determination of the structures of advanced materials via: standard reference materials; standard reference databases; X-ray, electron, and neutron diffraction methods; synchrotron and neutron scattering methods; and computational tools. The Group’s activities are carried out in five project areas: Diffraction Metrology, Thin Film X-ray Reflectometry, Local Structure, Phase Equilibrium Data, and Crystallographic Databases.

Programs/Projects

Ceramic Phase Equilibrium Data—Our objective is to compile, evaluate, determine, and disseminate phase equilibrium data to facilitate and optimize the development, processing, and usage of advanced ceramic materials. By …

Crystallographic Databases—Our objective is to provide critically evaluated, comprehensive crystal structure databases to enable materials identification required for the development of inorganic materials and devices. Our …

Thin Film X-Ray Reflectometry—Our goal is to develop Standard Reference Materials (SRMs) and quantitative, reproducible X-ray reflectometry (XRR) data analysis methods to enable accurate measurement of film thickness, …

Measurement and Prediction of Local Structure —Our goal is to provide analytical tools that allow measurement and prediction of local structure to enable the development of ceramic materials for electronic applications. Under this project, we …