Zeiss Group
Dublin, OH
X-ray Source & Electron-Optics Design Design and model electron gun architectures (thermionic, field emission, or other advanced emitters) with emphasis on beam quality, focusing, brightness, and stability. Develop electrostatic and magnetic lens systems, beam shaping elements, and electron-optical column architectures. Perform charged particle trajectory simulations (e.g., using COMSOL, CST, SIMION, etc.) to optimize beam transport, spot size, and landing characteristics. Design and evaluate target materials, geometries, and cooling strategies to optimize X-ray generation efficiency and spectral characteristics. Fundamental Electron–Target Interaction Research Model electron energy deposition, bremsstrahlung yield, characteristic line emission, and thermal/mechanical load in X-ray targets. Investigate novel target concepts (rotating, liquid metal, multilayer, nanostructured, etc.) to enhance flux, brightness, and lifetime. Develop experimental setups to...