Table 3. Properties of phase-detecting methods available at SAGA Light Source.
| Method | Phase-detecting device | Sensitivity | Dynamic range | Scan time for CT | Spatial resolution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grating-based X-ray interferometry | X-ray gratings | Low | Middle | 2 h for mono SR | ∼10 µm |
| 5 min for white SR | |||||
| Crystal-based X-ray interferometry | Crystal X-ray interferometer | High | Narrow | ∼2 h | ∼30 µm |
| Diffraction enhanced imaging | Analyzer crystal (single crystal) | Middle | Middle | <30 min | ∼10 µm |
| Propagation-based imaging | – | Low | Wide | 1 h | ∼3 µm |