Software: ESPRIT Family

ESPRIT unites four analytical methods under a single user interface. These include EDS for SEM and (S)TEM, WDS, Micro-XRF for SEM and EBSD. This makes it easy for the user to switch between methods with a single mouse click. Additionally, it facilitates combining different method results from the same sample area and to so gain much more information. To name only the most important, coupling of following methods is supported:

• EDS and EBSD
  
• EDS and WDS
• EDS and Micro-XRF for SEM

The software is designed to suit the needs of all levels of users - from beginner to expert. Novices will benefit from the assistants that help performing routine tasks without having to learn details of the measurement method. More experienced users will value the option to drill down deeper, when they need it, meaning both detailed setup of measurements as well as in-depth analysis of results and automation of tasks.

Data processing superpower

The ESPRIT pattern analysis engines have been completely redesigned to match the massive jump in speed brought by eWARP EBSD detector. More than 20,000 patterns per second can now be analyzed (band detection and indexing) thanks to its new algorithms combined with a 24 core Intel processor. Offline reindexing of EBSD maps can be done at speeds that can reach up to 100,000 points per second.

The quantum leap in ESPRIT’s speed performance is essential for boosting productivity and will fundamentally transform the use of the EBSD technique in advancing science and technology.

Easy to use, flexible by choice

The ESPRIT user interface was designed for ease of use while maintaining flexibility. The software automates all tasks that can be handled without compromising speed and data quality. For experienced users who wish to experiment with specific parameters, ESPRIT offers the necessary tools to do so. 

Advanced data post processing tools

The ESPRIT software provides a wide array of options for offline processing and interpretation of EBSD data. Standard post-processing tools, such as crystal orientation distribution representation, grain reconstruction, misorientation maps, and texture component maps, are enhanced by robust subset creation and processing capabilities.

This suite of post-processing tools enables the quantification of microstructures and the correlation of these results with material properties or the processes to which samples are subjected.

One platform, endless possibilities

The two different but complementary techniques, EBSD and EDS, are fully integrated in the ESPRIT software suite allowing the operator to execute different analytical tasks without constantly switching between programs. 

Simultaneous acquisition of EBSD and EDS data is one click away and it provides the best of each technique in a single dataset, i.e. each pixel in the map contains an EDS spectrum and the EBSD data.

The combination of the two techniques on the same software platform results in increased productivity, improved data quality and above all – processing and understanding results is much easier.

Easy to use, flexible by choice

The ESPRIT user interface was designed for ease of use while maintaining flexibility. The software automates all tasks that can be handled without compromising speed and data quality. For experienced users who wish to experiment with specific parameters, ESPRIT offers the necessary tools to do so. 

Export with ease, report with impact

ESPRIT software enables the export of EBSD and EDS data in various formats, such as HDF5, facilitating the exchange of both results and raw data among researchers. Additionally, templates can be created and utilized to automatically generate reports.