New desktop 3D X-ray microscope

New desktop 3D X-ray microscopeX4 Poseidon

X4 Poseidon is an excellent high-resolution 3D X-ray imaging system, built on the successful foundation of our renowned SKYSCAN 1272 and SKYSCAN 1275 systems.

X4 PoseIDON's modular hardware and user centric software can meet the needs of any analysis task. Thanks to its flagship technology, the system achieves an effective balance between field of view, magnification, and speed - with lightning fast scanning speed, wide coverage, and the ability to distinguish features as small as 2 μ m.

X4 Poseidon combines two detectors and is a multi view desktop 3D X-ray microscope solution in history. Our excellent collection algorithm and GEM Plus ™ The function ensures that each set of 3D images is captured in an excellent manner.

X4 POSEIDON is an accessible walk-in system with a simple and clear workflow, intuitive user interface, and multilingual support, providing users with ease of use.

X4 Poseidon only requires a standard power supply and laboratory workbench to be installed in any laboratory, bringing high-quality, non-destructive 3D imaging to everyone and every place!

characteristic:

1、 Modular desktop system, sustainable development

X4 POSEIDON is a modular X-ray desktop microscope. This instrument can be upgraded according to different needs, and with the development of technology, new components can be easily integrated.

X4 Poseidon has been a comprehensive microcomputer tomography solution from the beginning, with multiple advanced features to enhance the user experience.

The basic configuration of X4 Poseidon includes a mature reflective X-ray source and a multifunctional flat panel detector. With these components, the system can perform ultra fast scanning with excellent field of view and sharp contrast without affecting resolution.

Whether your laboratory supports multiple users in different research and development fields or specific industrial processes, X4 PoseIDON can provide comprehensive non-destructive, qualitative, and quantitative 3D analysis capabilities.

IIGEM Plus ™： Excellent flexibility in imaging

X4 Poseidon combines excellent scanning geometry and multi-scale field of view technology, enhanced by geometric magnification mode (GEM Plus) ™） Provides flexibility for desktop computers.

By moving the sample closer to the light source or detector, a balance between field of view and resolution can be achieved. By utilizing advanced scanning geometry techniques, the detector can also move continuously, allowing for ideal cone beam utilization of a given sample size while achieving the same magnification, thereby significantly improving scanning speed

GEM Plus ™ Based on Multi Vision and Best Scan Geometry, a balance has been achieved between pure resolution, scanning speed, and field of view angle.

IIIMulti view: Dual detector technology achieves fast high-resolution 3D imaging

X4 POSEIDON is a true multi detector desktop XRM solution. It can be equipped with multifunctional flat panel detectors, scientific grade CMOS detectors, or both！

When choosing the ideal detector that meets your needs, you must consider the balance between field of view, resolution, and scanning speed. If speed is the top priority, then a flat panel detector is perfect for your application. On the other hand, sCMOS detectors are an ideal choice for achieving high resolution.

With X4 Poseidon, you no longer have to make choices - thanks to the Multi Vision feature, you can have it both ways！

The X4 Poseidon platform allows for on-site upgrades to Multi Vision.

4Powerful X-ray capability

X4 Poseidon supports the new generation of microfocus X-ray sources. As demand continues to change, this platform allows for on-site replacement of light sources.

◇ High-energy reflective X-ray source

1) The X-ray beam energy generated by the reflected X-ray source can reach up to 100 kV with a power of 20 W. This industrial grade X-ray source is an excellent choice for multi-user, laboratory, or screening work. It does not require maintenance and has a low cost of ownership.

◇Micro focused transmission X-ray source

2) The spot size of the transmitted X-ray source is 2 µ m, which is a research solution for obtaining high-resolution data. The application range of 110 kV energy will be expanded to samples with higher density and larger size.

◇Our 3D resolution guarantee

3) Each Bruker 3D X-ray microscope has a guaranteed 3D resolution. During the factory calibration period, the 2D and 3D resolution performance was tested and recorded using industry standard JIMA 2D and 3D QRM models. After installation, ensure on-site performance by repeating 2D JIMA measurements.

5Improve productivity and throughput

X4 POSEIDON can choose a 15 bit automatic sampler to maximize instrument utilization and reduce operator workload.

The compact automatic sampler is located in front of the instrument, in accordance with ergonomic principles. The status of each position is displayed by LED indicator lights, and samples can be added or replaced at any time, even during operation. The intelligent loading algorithm optimizes the sample throughput.

Each position can accommodate samples with a diameter of 50 millimeters and a height of 80 millimeters. Small samples can be vertically stacked and bundled together to increase capacity.

When not in use, the automatic sampler does not need to be disassembled and does not affect access to the instrument, loading large samples or special platforms.

6、 4D-CT: Excellent Integration

By improving throughput through source power, detector speed efficiency, variable geometry, and advanced scanning modes, new possibilities have been provided for in-situ 4D-CT experiments using proprietary special platforms for compression testing, tensile testing, and non ambient temperature testing. All platforms are integrated into software and hardware, without the need for additional cables. The interfaces inside the chassis allow the use of customized or third-party platforms.

Technical specifications:

Application cases:

Geology: Depth 3D analysis of rock cores

X4 POSEIDON nanoscale 3D X-ray microscope can accurately characterize the porosity, particle size, fractures, abnormal characteristics and other parameters of geological samples, while supporting dynamic process research. This application case takes a small sandstone core plug as an example to demonstrate the application capability of X-ray three-dimensional microscopy (XRM) in the field of earth science.

Additive Manufacturing: Microstructure Evaluation of 3D Printed Aerospace Components

The aerospace industry has high requirements for the physical properties of materials and components, not only requiring high strength, deformation resistance, and lightweight characteristics, but more importantly, high reliability. These high-performance components are typically manufactured using 3D printing technology, which enables precise control of the material's microstructure.

The X4 POSEIDON nanoscale 3D X-ray microscope is an ideal tool for detecting the quality and structural integrity of 3D printed materials. In this application case, we demonstrate its cutting-edge application in additive manufacturing by analyzing a 3D printed titanium alloy sphere used in space environments.

Pharmaceutical industry: detection of hard shell capsules containing micro particles

X-ray microscopes are widely used in the quality control and research and development stages of the pharmaceutical industry. With the help of X4 PoseIDON nanoscale 3D X-ray microscope, detailed internal detection of hard shell capsule drugs can be carried out - not only imaging individual microparticles, but also visualizing the pore structure inside the particles.

In this application case, we demonstrate the cutting-edge applications and more possibilities of this technology in the pharmaceutical field by testing hard capsules filled with micro particles.

Energy storage field: 3D imaging of gas diffusion layer in fuel cells

Proton exchange membrane fuel cell (PEMFC) is a type of fuel cell that possessesThe promising fuel cell technology is composed of multiple layered components stacked on top of each other.

This application case demonstrates the advantages of X4 PoseIDON nanoscale 3D X-ray microscopy (XRM) in imaging complex stacked systems (such as PEMFC) - even achieving fine imaging of single carbon fiber bundles.

Quality control: Fine 3D imaging of smartphone camera lenses

The X4 POSEIDON nanoscale 3D X-ray microscope can be optimized for high-speed scanning and large field observation, making it an ideal system for imaging stacked camera lenses in high-throughput production environments.

In this application case, we demonstrate the quality control analysis of smartphone camera lenses - their complete imaging time is only two minutes.

Composite Materials: Research on the Internal Structure of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic (CFRP)

Carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) has become an excellent material that combines lightweight, high stiffness, and high tensile strength due to its complex internal structure.

In this application case, X4 POSEIDON nanoscale 3D X-ray microscope is used for non-destructive 3D imaging of CFRP, providing key technical support for the development of such high-performance materials.

Electronic field: 3D visualization analysis of electronic chips

With the help of X4 POSEIDON nanoscale 3D X-ray microscope, even highly complex electronic components can achieve non-destructive 3D imaging - whether in research and development, quality control, failure analysis, or other application scenarios.

This application case demonstrates the cutting-edge application capability of this technology in the field of electronics through three-dimensional visualization of electronic chips, including internal structure imaging and structural thickness analysis.

Food Science: Assessment of Inflatability in Baked Foods

X4 POSEIDON nanoscale 3D X-ray microscope can be used to analyze the internal structure of baked goods and other foods, measure key parameters such as inflation and ingredient distribution.

In this application case, we take a chocolate "pepernoot" biscuit as an example and visualize its inflatable structure through volume rendering technology (color coding based on aperture size).