A 3D Nanostructural Diagnostics System
Abstract
The University of Texas Arlington acquired a scanning transmission electronic microscope (STEM) based 3D nanostructural diagnostics system enabling and accelerating technological solutions for the future Warfighter; and advancing engineering programs in HBCUs/MIs. In addition to 3D nanostructural diagnostic (scanning transmission electron microscope - STEM) capabilities this system will be able to machine nano/microstructural test specimens and fixtures using focused ion beam (FIB) and femtosecond laser technologies. Currently there are only three such systems in the world including one in the United States. UTA is the first university to acquire this system. Due to COVID and supply chain challenges the system delivery has been delayed until the beginning of this year. As of today, the installation is complete. The vendor is making adjustments to the laser system under the factory warranty not requiring extra funds. The initial training has been completed. The list price of this state-of-the research equipment, Helios 5 laser FIB STEM, manufactured by ThemoScientific, is $2,941,063. However, ThemoScientific provided a significant investment in UTA by discounting their price by $1,982,063, because of our innovative work and unique relationship. In addition, UTA internally funded the $405,017 difference between the $959,000 balance and $553,983 funded by this grant, to complete procurement. The acquisition of this system strategically expanded the unique 3D imaging capabilities at UTA, enabling the largest range of scales from large aircraft structures to advanced materials and their nanostructural architectures.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 21, 2023
- Accession Number
- AD1202561
Entities
People
- Andrew Makeev
Organizations
- University of Texas at Arlington