Subject: Advanced Instrumentation Method

X-Ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy

One oil \& gas company is facing an issue related to the cracking of carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminium in their chemical processing plant, and it is expected due to chlorideinduced corrosion. Thus, the establishment of a specific unit to evaluate and overcome the issues is required, including setting up the necessary laboratory analysis facilities. As one of the technical persons in the company, you were asked to evaluate the possible acquisition of X-ray photoelectron to be part of the facilities. Thus, you are required to come out with a summary of the advantages and limitations of the XPS for the said application to justify the procurement