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Potential Simulation

Calculates and displays the 2D distribution of the crystal potential.


Potential types

Type Description
Ug Fourier potential (corresponds to structure factor). Represents scattering strength
U'g Absorption potential. Represents loss from the elastic scattering channel

Display modes

Mode Description
Amplitude / Phase Show potential amplitude and phase
Real / Imaginary Show real and imaginary parts

Image adjustment

Setting Description
Min / Max Display range
Colour Greyscale or Cold-Warm
Unit cell Overlay unit-cell grid

See also