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Staples for a stapler can be used as frames for collecting small oriented samples from fragile and rare areas of fault gouge. Slots are produced on the surface of the fault gouge in order to insert staples; these staples are used in groups of 10 or less and comprise three small surfaces at right angles to each other. Pre-oriented staples within the slot are then removed before preparation for Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) observation and analysis. This approach requires staples, a knife and other simple equipment for use in both the field and laboratory.
