X-Ray Scattering of Soft Matter

Norbert Stribeck (auth.)9783642089251, 3642089259

Applications of X-ray scattering to soft matter have advanced considerably within recent years, both conceptually and technically – mature high-power X-ray sources, synchrotrons and rotating anodes, as well as high-speed detectors have become readily available. High-quality time-resolved experiments on polymer structure now can be performed with ease, a major advancement due to the genuine power of the scattering method.

This manual summarizes the analytical power of modern X-ray scattering in the field of soft matter. Description of simple tools that can elucidate the mechanisms of structure evolution in the studied materials is followed by a step-by-step guide and breakdown of the more advanced methods. Data analysis based on clear, unequivocal results is rendered simple and straightforward – with a stress on the carefully planning of the experiments and adequate recording of all required data. To this end, this book serves as a useful ready-reference guide.

Table of contents :
Front Matter….Pages I-XX
Polydispersity and Heterogeneity….Pages 1-5
General Background….Pages 7-32
Typical Problems for Analysis by X-Ray Scattering….Pages 33-36
Experimental Overview….Pages 37-61
Acquisition of Synchrotron Beamtime….Pages 63-65
It’s Beamtime, Phil: A Guide to Collect a Complete Set of Data….Pages 67-71
Pre-evaluation of Scattering Data….Pages 73-94
Interpretation of Scattering Patterns….Pages 95-190
High but Imperfect Orientation….Pages 191-207
Orientation Growing from the Isotropic State….Pages 209-215
Fitting Models to Data….Pages 217-220
Back Matter….Pages 221-238