Translative lens-based full field coherent X-ray imaging

Abstract: We describe a full-field coherent imaging approach suitable for hard X-rays based on a classical (i.e. Galilean) X-ray microscope. The method combines a series of low-resolution images acquired at different transverse lens positions into a single high-resolution image, overcoming the spatial resolution limit set by the numerical aperture of the objective lens. We describe the optical principles of the approach, demonstrate the successful reconstruction of simulated phantom data, and discuss aspects of the reconstruction. We believe this approach offers some potential benefits over conventional scanning X-ray ptychography in terms of acquisition speed, spatial bandwidth and radiation dose rate.