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Erik Anderson

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Single-element objective lens for soft x-ray differential interference contrast microscopy.

High-resolution soft x-ray differential interference contrast (DIC) imaging was demonstrated through the use of a single-element objective, the XOR pattern, in a full-field soft x-ray microscope. DIC images of the magnetic domains in a 59 nm thick amorphous Gd25Fe75 layer were obtained and magnetic phase contributions were directly imaged. With its elemental, chemical, and magnetic specificity, compatibility with various sample environments, and ease of implementation, we expect this soft x-ray DIC technique to become one of the standard modes of operation for existing full-field soft x-ray microscopes.

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Diffractive optical elements based on Fourier optical techniques: a new class of optics for extreme ultraviolet and soft x-ray wavelengths.

A diffractive optical element, based on Fourier optics techniques, for use in extreme ultraviolet/soft x-ray experiments has been fabricated and demonstrated. This diffractive optical element, when illuminated by a uniform plane wave, will produce two symmetric off-axis first-order foci suitable for interferometric experiments. The efficiency of this optical element and its use in direct interferometric determination of optical constants are also discussed. Its use in direct interferometric determination of optical constants is also referenced. Its use opens a new era in the use of sophisticated optical techniques at short wavelengths.

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