G. Demortier
Abstract
1. Ion beams for material analysis: an introduction
2. Kinematics of RBS (Rutherford Backscattering Spectroscopy)
3. The scattering cross-sections of RBS
4. Typical RBS spectra
5. Basic principles of PIXE (Particle Induced X-ray Emission)
6. Fundamentals of PIGE (Particle Induced γ-ray Emission) and nuclear reactions
7. Identification of signals for analytical purposes
8. Experimental procedure for external beam PIXE
9. Analysis of coins
10. The soldering of gold artefacts
11. Prehispanic gold artefacts of Mesoamerica
12. Differential PIXE analysis for the study of depletion gilding
Conclusions
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