Patents by Inventor Michael N. Thompson

Michael N. Thompson has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Electron microscope comprising an X-ray detector
    Patent number: 4450355
    Abstract: A detector for measuring X-rays in an electron microscope comprises a shield which shields a detector entrance window against the incidence of electrons or not in accordance with the various measuring settings. The shield may be arranged to be movable under the influence of the magnetic field strength variation which occurs during the switching over between the various measuring settings.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 1981
    Date of Patent: May 22, 1984
    Assignee: U.S. Philips Corporation
    Inventors: Hendricus C. J. Marien, Michael N. Thompson