Fraunhofer Institute for Microstructure of Materials and Systems IMWSThe properties of optical materials and systems are often largely determined by their microstructure or nanostructure. This applies, for example, to functionalized materials such as thin-film-based optical components or glass-ceramic materials with nanoscopic crystal precipitates in a glassy matrix. Precise knowledge of the microstructure is therefore crucial both for their development and for fault diagnostics if the desired properties deviate from the target specification. We use high-resolution analytical techniques, primarily in the field of electron microscopy and surface spectroscopy, to examine optical materials precisely and in great detail, helping our partners to understand the composition, microstructure and functionality of materials.
What we can offer
- Micro- and nanostructure diagnostics on optical thin-film systems, glasses, (glass) ceramics and (effect) pigments at the highest level
- Use of full analytical equipment, including a wide range of artifact-free sample preparation methods
What you can expect
We support our partners in
- Development of optical materials and systems through accompanying microstructure diagnostics
- Targeted defect diagnostics to quickly determine the cause of defect patterns
- Interpretation of results based on the many years of expertise of a motivated team, instead of mere communication of results
Your benefits
- Microstructure-based process understanding shortens development times
- Increased efficiency through fast and competent defect analysis
- A wealth of experience through many years of cooperation with manufacturers of specialty glasses, (glass) ceramics and thin-film-based optics