X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy : An Introduction to Principles and Practices

How to apply XPS and related techniques with real-world case studies X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy has become the cornerstone technique for characterizing the composition and chemistry of solid surfaces.X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy: An Introduction to Principles and Practices, Second Edition, delivers thoroughly revised coverage (along with two new chapters) reflecting significant advances since the first edition.Paul van der Heide, with decades of hands-on experience in surface analysis, guides readers from foundational concepts to practical applications.This starts with a prelude on the discovery of photoelectron emission to the impact of surface science.Hardware from both a components and system level are then introduced with a short foray into related techniques (such as HAXPES and NAP-XPS) along with what relates and differentiates XPS and PES.Topics included range from sample handling, methodology development, instrument operation, automation, quantification to data interpretation.This is tied up with a selection of lab, fab and synchrotron based case studies.Students through to practitioners in the areas of chemistry, physics, and/or material science will find this an authoritative resource for understanding and applying XPS and related techniques.