Advances in Portable X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometry: Instrumentation, Application and Interpretation
Over the last two decades, advances in the design, miniaturization, and analytical capabilities of portable X-ray fluorescence (pXRF) instrumentation have led to its rapid and widespread adoption in a remarkably diverse range of applications in research and industrial fields. The impetus for this volume was that, as pXRF continues to grow into mainstream use, analysts should be increasingly empowered with the right information to safely and effectively employ pXRF as part of their analytical toolkit. This volume provides introductory and advanced-level users alike with readings on topics ranging from basic principles of pXRF and qualitative and quantitative approaches, through to machine learning and artificial intelligence for enhanced applications. It also includes fundamental guidance on calibrations, the mathematics of calculating uncertainties, and an extensive reference index of all elements and their interactions with X-rays. Contributing authors have provided a wealth of information and case studies in industry-specific chapters. These sections delve into detail on current standard practices in industry and research, including examples from agricultural and geo-exploration sectors, research in art and archaeology, and metals industrial and regulatory applications.
As pXRF continues to grow in use in industrial and academic settings, it is essential that practitioners continue to learn, share, and implement informed and effective use of this technique. This volume serves as an accessible guidebook and go-to reference manual for new and experienced users in pXRF to achieve this goal.
Advances in Portable X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometry: Instrumentation, Application and Interpretation, The Royal Society of Chemistry, 2022.
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Chapter 1: Introductionp1-10ByBrandi L. MacDonald;Brandi L. MacDonaldArchaeometry Laboratory, University of Missouri Research ReactorColumbiaMO65211USASearch for other works by this author on:Robert F. Shannon, Jr.Robert F. Shannon, Jr.Bruker Nano Inc.KennewickWA99336USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 2: Principles of X-ray Fluorescencep11-50ByRobert F. Shannon, Jr.Robert F. Shannon, Jr.Bruker Nano Inc.KennewickWA99336USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 3: Qualitative Analysis Using pXRFp51-80ByBrandi L. MacDonald;Brandi L. MacDonaldArchaeometry Laboratory, University of Missouri Research ReactorColumbiaMOUSASearch for other works by this author on:Wen Yuan LeeWen Yuan LeeCollections Management & Conservation Department, Chimei MuseumTainanTaiwanSearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 4: Quantitative Analysisp81-107ByBrittany Taylor;Brittany TaylorUniversity of South CarolinaColumbiaSC29208USASearch for other works by this author on:Marian HamiltonMarian HamiltonUniversity of Northern ColoradoGreeleyCO80639USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 5: Features of Portable XRF Devices and Their Safe Handlingp108-122ByH. YoshiiH. YoshiiNational Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology4-9-1 AnagawaChiba 263-8555Japan[email protected]Search for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 6: Industrial Applications of pXRFp123-174ByAlexander SeyfarthAlexander SeyfarthRock River AXS LLCJanesvilleWI53545USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 7: Regulatory Applications of XRF for Elemental Analysis – Rapid Screening and Accurate Quantitative Analysis of Toxic and Nutrient Elements in Consumer Productsp175-208ByPeter T. PalmerPeter T. PalmerDepartment of Chemistry & Biochemistry, San Francisco State University1600 Holloway AveSan FranciscoCA 94132USA[email protected]San Francisco Food and Feed Laboratory, Food and Drug Administration1431 Harbor Bay ParkwayAlamedaCA 94502USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 8: Chemical Analysis of Natural Waters Using Portable X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometryp209-220ByEvan L. Kipnis;Evan L. KipnisGlobal Change and Sustainability Center, University of UtahSalt Lake CityUTUSASearch for other works by this author on:B. Lee Drake;B. Lee DrakeDecision Tree, LLC.GreeleyCOUSASearch for other works by this author on:Brenda B. BowenBrenda B. BowenGlobal Change and Sustainability Center, University of UtahSalt Lake CityUTUSASearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 9: X-ray Fluorescence Applications in Agriculturep221-250ByB. Lee Drake;B. Lee DrakeDepartment of Anthropology, University of New MexicoAlbuquerqueNMUSASearch for other works by this author on:Shepherd D. KeithShepherd D. KeithInnovative Solutions for Decision Agriculture (iSDA)1Search for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 10: Subsurface Characterization for Energy Applicationsp251-297ByToti E. Larson;Toti E. LarsonBureau of Economic Geology, Jackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas at AustinAustinTexasUSA[email protected]Search for other works by this author on:J. Evan SivilJ. Evan SivilBureau of Economic Geology, Jackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas at AustinAustinTexasUSA[email protected]Search for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 11: In Situ X-ray Spectrometers in Space Explorationp298-335ByS. J. VanBommel;S. J. VanBommelMcDonnell Center for the Space Sciences, Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, Washington University in St. LouisSt. LouisMOUSA[email protected]Search for other works by this author on:J. A. Berger;J. A. BergerNASA Johnson Space CenterHoustonTXUSASearch for other works by this author on:E. B. Rampe;E. B. RampeNASA Johnson Space CenterHoustonTXUSASearch for other works by this author on:C. M. HeirweghC. M. HeirweghJet Propulsion Laboratory, California Institute of TechnologyPasadenaCAUSASearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 12: Evolution of Portable Devices: Using EDXRF to Study Works of Artp336-363ByG. E. Gigante;G. E. GiganteDipartimento di Scienze di base ed applicate per l'Ingegneria, University of Rome “La Sapienza”, via A. Scarpa00161 RomeItalySearch for other works by this author on:A. Castellano;A. CastellanoUniversity of Salento, via per Monteroni73100 LecceItalySearch for other works by this author on:S. Ridolfi;S. RidolfiArsmensurae, via G. Aretusi 2900188 RomeItalySearch for other works by this author on:G. Buccolieri;G. BuccolieriUniversity of Salento, via per Monteroni73100 LecceItalySearch for other works by this author on:S. A. B. Lins;S. A. B. LinsDipartimento di Scienze di base ed applicate per l'Ingegneria, University of Rome “La Sapienza”, via A. Scarpa00161 RomeItalySurface Analysis Laboratory, INFN Roma Tre, via della vasca navale 8400146 RomeItalySearch for other works by this author on:P. BranchiniP. BranchiniINFN Roma Tre, villa della vasca navale 8400146 RomeItalySearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 13: Quantitative Analysis of Archaeological and Historical Brasses Using Handheld X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometryp364-399ByB. C. RizzutoB. C. RizzutoDepartment of Anthropology, University of Toronto19 Ursula Franklin St.TorontoM5S 2S2 Canada[email protected]Search for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 14: pXRF Analysis of Heritage Glassp400-423ByElliot H. BlairElliot H. BlairSearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 15: Reproducibility and Validity of Portable ED-XRF Instruments: A Comparison of Spectral and Quantitative Results from Belizean and Ethiopian Obsidianp424-446ByB. Lee Drake;B. Lee DrakeUniversity of New Mexico, Department of AnthropologyAlbuquerqueNMUSASearch for other works by this author on:Steven A. Brandt;Steven A. BrandtUniversity of Florida, Department of AnthropologyGainesvilleFLUSASearch for other works by this author on:Keith Prufer;Keith PruferUniversity of New Mexico, Department of AnthropologyAlbuquerqueNMUSASearch for other works by this author on:Arlen F. ChaseArlen F. ChasePomona College, Department of AnthropologyClaremontCAUSASearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 16: Uncertainty and pXRF Measurementsp447-489ByElizabeth Grace Mayer;Elizabeth Grace MayerDepartment of Mathematics and Statistics, University of New MexicoAlbuquerqueNMUSASearch for other works by this author on:Aaron ShugarAaron ShugarArt Conservation Department, Buffalo State CollegeBuffaloNYUSASearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 17: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and XRFp490-534ByAaron Shugar;Aaron ShugarArt Conservation Department, Buffalo State CollegeBuffaloNYUSASearch for other works by this author on:Evan KipnisEvan KipnisDepartment of Geology and Geophysics and Global Change and Sustainability Center, University of UtahSalt Lake CityUtahUSASearch for other works by this author on:
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