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AutoSEM 1 Image/X-ray Analyzer

The AutoSEM 1 is a fast, precise, image/x-ray analyzer designed specifically for the Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM). AutoSEM 1 makes use of a modern, graphical user interface (GUI). The GUI provides easy, intuitive access to all the program features.

By using an IBM compatible PC, AutoSEM 1 not only provides fast analysis previously obtainable only with larger, more expensive computers, but also allows access to the largest applications base in existence. All popular spread sheets, word processors, data bases, and other PC software can be run on the same computer as the image analysis. While no one application can meet everyone's needs, we do provide data files that meet the "PRN' standard and image files that meet the "TIFF" standard, allowing you the ability to import the data into your favorite spread sheet program and alter it as required. The AutoSEM 1 may be interfaced to virtually any SEM, thus making it an excellent upgrade path for new or older SEMs.

Using a signal such as Back Scattered Electrons (BSE) or Secondary Electrons (SE), the AutoSEM 1 starts searching at a resolution fine enough to find a feature, but coarse enough to allow rapid searching. When a feature is found, the resolution is increased to measure the feature to a precision specified by the user. Resolution can be as high as 16,000 lines. After the feature is measured, the resolution is decreased and the search continues. This type of dynamic resolution allows for fast searching and precise feature measurement.

Image Analysis
Irregular Shape Analysis   Accurate feature counting and data on any shape feature
Octagonal Analysis   Quick counting of features that are round in nature
Cross Section Analysis   Representative data of cross section
Interactive Analysis   Allows the user to acquire data on a single feature


     Image enhancement, storage, and printout are provided with AutoSEM. The image can be saved in the "TIFF" format and imported into any application supporting the "TIFF" standard. The cost of saving an image is about 1/100th the cost of an instant photo. The image and its gray scale distribution, along with relevant image information, are saved for importing into reports.

     These images were saved in the "TIFF" format, but were modified for this site. The new format is "GIF" and the color depth is 256.

Applications

     With applications in size and shape analysis and imaging, AutoSEM 1 is ideal for image enhancement, digital imaging, and image storage and retrieval. The one SEM software system that provides for chemical analysis, air and water pollution particle analysis, ceramic or metal powder analysis, inclusions in metals, and porosity characterization.

The AutoSEM 1 System includes the following:

SEM Controller 2000

Basic Software - Contains all software necessary to run the AutoSEM 1
  • 16,000 x 16,000 direct access digital scan generator
  • Fast parallel computer interface model DRA
  • Four channel image selector
  • Four signal conditioners
  • Four active filters preset for optimal noise supression
  • ADC and gain/level analog preprocessing system
  • Optically coupled digital computer interface
  • Auto-stage ready
  •      Irregular feature analysis (particle size/shape)
  •      Octagonal analysis (very fast "diameter analysis")
  •      Cross section analysis ("Lineal analysis")
  •      Digital imaging/hard copy/archiving
All hardware, cables, connectors and relays to interface the AutoSEM 1 to the SEM are provided with the system.
 

 

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