Reitveld Analysis

Rietveld analysis is a sophisticated technique used in materials science to determine the precise crystal structure of a substance from its X-ray or neutron diffraction data. By comparing measured diffraction patterns with a calculated pattern based on a proposed structure, the method iteratively refines atomic positions, occupancy, and thermal vibrations, minimizing differences between observed and predicted data. This process results in an accurate 3D model of the material’s atomic arrangement, helping researchers understand its properties and behavior at the atomic level.