Semi-Automated Cross-Section Preparation Process for Complex Multi-Face Perimeter Samples Available to Purchase

The fixed position sample mover plates currently offered to the industry only facilitate two sided grinding and polishing. 3 and 4-sided requests cannot be accommodated with these fixed position mover plates. Ultimately this means performing some or all of the work manually. Described here is a fixture and process solution that makes semi-automation possible through the entire process.