XPS Down for Repair
The XPS is down until it can be repaired. We are working on the problem and I will send out an update when we have a timeline for the repairs.
View ArticleXPS Repair Update
The XPS repair is coming along well. There was a problem in one of the electronic control boards which has been found and fixed. Now, we are just waiting for the boards to be shipped back. Once the...
View ArticleXPS Still Under Repair
The XPS is still off-line. Unfortunately, the repairs made to the electronic control boards did not completely resolve the issue. Dr. Tim Leftwich is actively working on the instrument. We will update...
View ArticleXPS Operational
The XPS is operational and is available for use. Please note that the sputter gun, that is used for sputtering and depth profile analysis, is currently not functioning properly and is temporarily...
View ArticleXPS Operational
The XPS is operational and is available for use. Please email Dr. Timothy Leftwich (at trleftwi@mtu.edu) if you are interested in XPS (or Auger) analysis.
View ArticleACMAL Facility Closed (Except CIF)
Due to the intermittent power outages, in addition to the planned power outages, ACMAL will be closed for the remainder of this week. The Confocal Imaging Facility (CIF), will be available unless...
View ArticleXPS Operational Again
I’m happy to inform you that the X-ray Photoelectron Spectrometer (XPS) is now back online. We appreciate Dr. Leftwich’s assistance in getting the XPS up and running smoothly. If anyone has samples...
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