The Evolution of Polycapillary Optics

The concept of polycapillary optics was introduced in the late 1980’s. During this time, XOS and a few other groups around the world conducted extensive research and development to significantly improve the optic manufacturing process. As a result, XOS became a leading global manufacturer of highperformance X-ray polycapillary optics and excitation systems. Today, polycapillary X-ray optics are used as key components in high-end X-ray analytical instruments and have dramatically enhanced system performance.