Why we believe in Correlative Microscopy
Combining different analytical methods into one instrument is of great importance for the simultaneous acquisition of complementary information.
Here at Quantum Design Microscopy we combine two of the most powerful microscopy methods – scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and atomic force microscopy (AFM) – in order to gain completely new insights into the micro- and nano-world using correlative microscopy.
Especially the capability to integrate the AFM system directly inside the high-vacuum environment of the SEM enables a completely new way to perform your research and your experiments.
It allows to directly combine the complimentary strengths of both techniques in-situ without the need to transfer your sample or to break vacuum.
The possibility to work simultaneously with SEM and AFM offers the great advantage that – in in addition to simply measure the 3D topography – you can also work with the advanced AFM modes, in order to measure, e.g., mechanical, magnetic, or conductive properties.
This enables completely new possibilities for true correlative microscopy and allows you to extract unique information from your sample.
Correlative Microscopy in Action
Latest News
Quantum Design Microscopy moves to new office and lab
We have officialy settled into our new lab and office space. The whole team is looking forward to the fresh environment and new opportunities it brings. We are ready for the next chapter for Correlative Microscopy at Quantum Design Europe. But most importantly we want to say a big thanks to the fantastic team behind the move.
FusionScope made it onto the cover of Microscopy Today
Our groundbreaking research on FEBID structures, conducted using FusionScope®, is now featured on the front cover of Microscopy Today’s latest issue. This original article showcases the innovation and detailed insights we've achieved with the FusionScope. It's a proud moment for our team and a significant step forward in the field of microscopy. Dive into the details and discover [...]
Quantum Design Microscopy Retreat
Last week it was time for our annual company retreat. We gathered at a lovely cabin to reflect on our achievements, connect even better within our team, and most importantly, discuss our exciting plans for the years ahead. Stay tuned to find out more soon!
Redefining Nanoscale Analysis with FusionScope®
QDM‘s Christian Schwalb talked to AZoNano - The Online Nanotechnology Community about the journey of Quantum Design‘s novel tool for correlative AFM and SEM, the FusionScope. Dive into the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/gBrKrSwa
AFSEM® users about our product…
"Constantly, applications and challenges arise for which the AFSEM is not only practical, but essential. That starts with direct correlation of specific particles or structures and ends with vacuum conditions as prerequisite, such as thermal measurements. Furthermore, the AFSEM accelerates the work-flow and therefore increases the efficiency for many studies."
"The high spatial resolution of AFSEM, especially in Z direction, strongly stretched the application of our SEM. Combined with the high angle resolution of EBSD, the AFSEM becomes a powerful tool for the research of phase transformation."
"What was really convincing to us is the huge versatility of this combination of an Atomic Force Microscope with our excellent optical microscope for our challenging materials and problems. We simply can use real life specimen without big preparation."
"AFSEM® not only extends the resolution of our microscopes by an order of magnitude, it extends our measurement capabilities beyond topography concerning material composition."
"Thanks to the AFSEM we can now perform in situ investigations in our FIB microscope, which were not possible before. Especially the possibility to immediately control the result of your nanofabrication experiment is a real benefit!"