Introduction to Nanostructural Analyses by Small-angle Neutron Scattering

Abstract

It has already passed more than 30 years since small-angle neutron scattering (SANS) technique was applied in structural analyses. SANS is now one of common tools in structure investigations and SANS instruments can be found in any neutron scattering facilities. In particular, SANS plays an important role in the field of soft matter, such as polymer, micelles, gels, vesicles, as well as biological systems and metallurgy. Here, I give a brief survey on (1)the utility of SANS in structural studies, (2)experimental aspects of SANS, and (3)some results obtained so far.