Particle Counting, Sizing and Characterization in Wind Turbine Gearbox Lubricants Utilizing Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) with Automated Electron Beam and Automated Feature Analysis (AFA) Software

摘要

The scanning electron microscope and its automated feature analysis function combine the high magnification capabilities of an electron microscope and the supporting simultaneous energy dispersive x-ray measurement system with the capability of automating the searching and recording of data for future reference. The process is done in four steps: (1) sample preparation, (2) automated data acquisition, (3) analysis and configuration of the data, and (4) processing the results into a useful report.