Cluster tool for microscopic processing of samples

Radiant energy – Inspection of solids or liquids by charged particles – Analyte supports

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C250S311000, C250S442110, C356S622000

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ABSTRACT:
A cluster tool includes multiple tools for microscopic processing of a sample positioned around a rotatable base. A sample holder on the base rotates the sample between the working areas of the tools. A slidable vacuum seal maintains a vacuum in a sample chamber for tools that require a vacuum.

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