# Fast Characterization of Nanometer Thin to Thick Coatings Using Pulsed-RF Glow Discharge Optical Emission Spectrometry

> Glow Discharge Optical Emission Spectrometry (GDOES) is a flexible elemental analysis technique used to efficiently characterize both conductive and non-conductive materials and coatings. It combines high depth-precision and elemental sensitivity with one of the broadest detection ranges among any spectroscopic technique. This versatility, paired with the technique’s hallmark speed-to-data, makes it well suited for a […]

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# Fast Characterization of Nanometer Thin to Thick Coatings Using Pulsed-RF Glow Discharge Optical Emission Spectrometry

2021-12-02 11:00:00 | 2026-05-29 19:46:36

December 2 2021, 11:00 am PT | 60 min

[Glow Discharge Optical Emission Spectrometry (GDOES)](https://covalent.com/techniques/chemical-analysis/glow-discharge-optical-emission-spectroscopy-gdoes/) is a flexible elemental analysis technique used to efficiently characterize both conductive and non-conductive materials and coatings. It combines high depth-precision and elemental sensitivity with one of the broadest detection ranges among any spectroscopic technique. This versatility, paired with the technique’s hallmark speed-to-data, makes it well suited for a wide range of applications in industries such as photovoltaics, energy storage, manufacturing, and device failure analysis.

In the upcoming webinar, guest speaker Philippe Hunault from HORIBA Scientific will break down the fundamentals of GDOES and showcase examples to demonstrate how engineers and scientists can make the most of their GDOES analysis.

## This Webinar Will Answer:

- How does GDOES work?
- What can you learn from GDOES analysis?
- How accurate are composition measurements with GDOES? How sensitive is the technique?
- What makes GDOES particularly useful for depth profiling?
- What kinds of industries can benefit from GDOES? How is it used in these sectors?

Speakers:

Philippe Hunault

Technical Sales Elemental Analysis Specialist, HORIBA Scientific

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