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Title: XPS (x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy), AES (Auger electron spectroscopy), RBS (Rutherford backscattering spectroscopy), NRA (nuclear reaction analysis) and laser Raman studies of high temperature corrosion

Conference ·
OSTI ID:6837521

This paper describes the basic principles of five surface and near surface analysis methods and explores ways they can be used to gather information relevant to oxidation and high temperature corrosion. The techniques discussed include: Auger electron spectroscopy, x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, Rutherford backscattering spectroscopy, nuclear reaction analysis and laser Raman spectroscopy. Advantages and limitations of each method are highlighted. To illustrate the types of information available, four of the techniques have been used to examine the oxide formed on a nickel-chromium-thoria alloy. Other examples, original and from the literature, are used to demonstrate special characteristics of the techniques. Particular attention is devoted to the possibilities and limitations of high temperature studies in ultra high vacuum analytical systems.

Research Organization:
Pacific Northwest Lab., Richland, WA (USA)
DOE Contract Number:
AC06-76RL01830
OSTI ID:
6837521
Report Number(s):
PNL-SA-14033; CONF-861063-2; ON: DE87004919
Resource Relation:
Conference: American Society of Metals materials week, Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA, 6 Oct 1986; Other Information: Paper copy only, copy does not permit microfiche production
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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