Crystal Database¶
The Crystal Database provides functions to search and import crystal structures from two sources, selectable with the AMCSD and COD check boxes:
- AMCSD — the bundled American Mineralogist Crystal Structure Database (more than 20,000 structures).
- COD — the Crystallography Open Database; the database file is downloaded automatically on first use and can be updated.
Please cite, when using AMCSD:
Downs, R.T. and Hall-Wallace, M. (2003) The American Mineralogist Crystal Structure Database. American Mineralogist 88, 247-250.
Table¶
Displays crystals matching search criteria. Select a crystal to transfer to Main window's Crystal Information. Press Add or Replace to add to Crystal List.
Search options¶
| Criterion | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | Crystal name |
| Element | Periodic table selector (may/must/must-not include) |
| Reference | Title, journal, author |
| Crystal system | Select crystal system |
| Cell Param | Lattice constants and error |
| d-spacing | Strongest reflection d-values and error |
| Density | Density and error |
Cell parameter search¶
