{"id":11769,"date":"2024-10-14T13:07:47","date_gmt":"2024-10-14T13:07:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zbt.de\/institute\/facilities\/3d-x-ray-microscope-xrm\/"},"modified":"2026-07-06T10:29:04","modified_gmt":"2026-07-06T10:29:04","slug":"3d-x-ray-microscope-xrm","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/zbt.de\/en\/institute\/facilities\/3d-x-ray-microscope-xrm\/","title":{"rendered":"3D X-ray Microscope (XRM)"},"content":{"rendered":"
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3D X-ray microscopy (XRM)<\/h1>\n

The ZBT is equipped with the ZEISS Xradia 620 Versa 3D X-ray microscope<\/strong>, a high-resolution system for non-destructive material and component analysis. 3D X-ray microscopy provides detailed insights into the interior of samples and reveals structures that are only partially accessible using conventional two-dimensional or destructive methods. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

At the ZBT, the system is used primarily to investigate materials and components for hydrogen technologies. These include fuel cell components, porous transport layers, membrane electrode assemblies, injection-moulded parts, and additively manufactured structures. The method combines high-resolution imaging with quantitative structural, defect, and damage analysis. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Applications of 3D X-ray microscopy<\/h2>\n

XRM measurements allow material structures to be captured, visualised, and quantitatively analysed in 3D without causing damage. The method supports both scientific research and industrial development and quality assurance processes. <\/p>\n

Typical areas of application at the ZBT include:<\/p>\n