SUMMARY
The discussion focuses on calculating dislocation from the Williamson-Hall (WH) plot using High-Resolution X-Ray Diffraction (HRXRD) measurements. Participants emphasize the importance of plotting the Full Width at Half Maximum (FWHM) of rocking curves against Tan²(θ), where θ represents the Bragg angle. Additionally, it is crucial to account for various broadening factors such as instrument broadening, intrinsic FWHM, and sample curvature broadening to obtain accurate results.
PREREQUISITES
- High-Resolution X-Ray Diffraction (HRXRD) measurement techniques
- Understanding of Full Width at Half Maximum (FWHM)
- Knowledge of Bragg's Law and Bragg angle (θ)
- Familiarity with broadening effects in diffraction analysis
NEXT STEPS
- Learn how to perform Williamson-Hall analysis in detail
- Research methods to quantify instrument broadening in XRD
- Study the effects of sample curvature on diffraction patterns
- Explore advanced techniques for analyzing dislocation density
USEFUL FOR
Materials scientists, physicists, and engineers involved in crystallography and defect analysis, particularly those working with X-ray diffraction techniques.