What Does AED Stand For?
AED stands for Auger Electron Diffraction
AED, or Auger Electron Diffraction, is a surface-sensitive analytical technique used to investigate the atomic and electronic structure of materials. It involves the emission of Auger electrons from a sample after it is excited by a primary electron beam. By analyzing the energy and angular distribution of these emitted electrons, researchers can gain insights into the surface composition, chemical state, and crystallographic orientation of materials at the nanometer scale. AED is particularly valuable in materials science, nanotechnology, and semiconductor research for characterizing thin films and surfaces.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym