Dual-detector X-ray fluorescence imaging of ancient artifacts with surface relief.
Interpretation of X-ray fluorescence images of archeological artifacts is complicated by the presence of surface relief and roughness. Using two symmetrically arranged fluorescence detectors in a back-reflection geometry, the proper X-ray fluorescence yield can be distinguished from intensity variations caused by surface topography. This technique has been applied to the study of Roman inscriptions on marble.
Cornell High Energy Synchrotron Source, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853, USA. dms79@cornell.edu
Detlef M
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Smilgies
Judson A
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Powers
Donald H
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Bilderback
Robert E
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Thorne