1 Introduction

Chapters in this book

1. Frontmatter I
2. Contents VII
3. 1 Introduction 1
4. 2 A brief history of the origins of transmission electron microscopy 3
5. 3 Construction of a transmission electron microscope and why you should know it 5
6. 4 Know your microscope – the impact of the microscope design on research capabilities 13
7. 5 Know your sample – selection of the preparation method according to your needs 27
8. 6 Using a microscope – basic observations 41
9. 7 Using a microscope – research using diffraction 65
10. 8 FAQ – common problems and how to deal with them 77
11. 9 I operate a transmission electron microscope – what next? 81
12. Index 85