RAMANtouch

When I first encountered a Bruker’s Nanophoton Raman microscope, which was installed for the first time at Analytical center in Chungbuk National University, I was very surprised by the various performances that are different from the previous Raman microscopy. In particular, I was very impressed the function of large-area mapping, which is a disadvantage of most of current Raman microscopy, was solved with the idea of line-illumination.

In our laboratory, Raman spectroscopy was utilized to quantify amino acids in renal cell cultures from an animal model of induced renal dysfunction and to study the distribution of drugs on the cell membrane surface. In addition, the content of illicitly distributed APIs-like compounds was determined by Raman imaging and a semi-quantification method was established.

 

In addition, the bio-samples that we are mainly researching in our laboratory are very difficult to find the optimum experimental conditions due to the control of the laser power, but the RAMANtouch model can not only adjust a very small power level, but also use the preview function to find the optimal conditions faster than any other Raman product. By using such a powerful Raman microscopy in our laboratory, we have published several number of related papers.

Professor Dr. Yong-Moon Lee, School of Pharmacy, Chungbuk National University, Korea.

The RAMANtouch microscope has made us rethink the limits of application of Raman imaging. The multiplexed acquisition approach brings a significant increase in speed, making it feasible to collect large Raman images instead of few measurement points. The system automation enables our users to utilize measurement time efficiently in overnight runs. This capability adds analytical depth to Raman characterization and facilitates a better understanding of complex research questions and enables big data exploration with machine learning tools.

At Synchrotron Soleil, we facilitate scientific progress by providing access to a high level research infrastructure. Beyond the beamline instrumentation, we also provide additional characterization tools such as offline Infrared or Raman microscopy. 

Ferenc Borondis, Beamline Manager & Principal Beamline Scientist at Synchrotron SOLEI, Saint-Aubin, France.

Now, with the pioneering application of the modifed RAMANtouch system to the world’s first 8.5th generation display mass production line, we can achieve groundbreaking real-time defect analysis directly within the production process. By enabling component-level analysis of random defects—responsible for over 90% of yield-loss issues—this technology allows for precise defect identification, helping manufacturers not only trace defect origins and specify affected processes but also prevent these issues in real time.

In the high-stakes realm of display product mass production, advanced inspection technology has become essential for optimizing yield and ensuring top-tier quality control. As these technologies evolve, the need for faster, more precise process feedback has driven demand for real-time monitoring that goes beyond traditional inspection to include advanced measurement and in-depth analysis. Furthermore, In-line customized RAMANtouch’s proactive feedback capabilities offer unprecedented opportunities for continuous process improvement and accident prevention, marking a transformative step forward in display production technology.

Dr. Yong-Woon Lim, Metrology & Inspection Team, Samsung Display, Korea.