Cryogenic Dual Beam Nova

The cryogenic dual beam instrument is dedicated mainly to analysis of electron-sensitive materials (soft materials). The equipment core is based on the Nova Nanolab 200 model, but upgraded with a cryo-setup that allows the analysis of materials at low temperatures. This capability consists of a cryo-transfer setup and a cryo-chamber with embedded sputtering system. For example, this system permits to in situ generate controlled fractures on quenched soft materials, avoiding the mechanical damage associated with room temperature fractures.