Materials Science and Nanotechnology
IB Labs provides state-of-the-art ion-milling-imaging designs and professional support to enable multidisciplinary research in nanomaterials and nanomanufacturing methods related to fundamental materials science, electronics, optics and integrated nanoscale systems. IB Labs’ solutions include in-situ ion polishing, custom ion-source, ion-optics, SEM and STEM handling devices and manipulators, and STEM retractable detectors. Our ion beam processes are ideal for the following applications:
- Controlled material removal of atomically thin two-dimensional semiconductors, e.g. Transition Metal Dichalcogenides
- Ion beam modification of functional properties of metals and ceramics
- Modification of polymers
- Ion beam assisted synthesis of new materials
In-situ ion-milling: IB Labs provides unique technological solutions for real-time controlled ion-milling and STEM sample preparation while combined with standard electron and optical microscopes
SEM/STEM handling devices and manipulators:
IB Labs provides customized solutions for:
- Vacuum Transfer Systems and Airlocks
- Eu-centric Manipulators