Quantitative Microanalysis Explorer: A Web-based Visualization Platform
to Study Optical, Electron, and X-Ray Imaging Data of Lunar Samples
Abstract
We have developed the Quantitative Microanalysis Explorer, or QME-Tool,
a web-based platform for visualization of large imaging data sets and
interrogation of quantitative elemental maps acquired by electron
microprobe. Using a combination of open-source JavaScript libraries and
custom scripts, the QME-Tool can be used to quickly identify interesting
mineral and lithogic phases in a sample by comparing
backscattered-electron, optical, and X-ray map images, extract
quantitative chemical composition from point and area regions, and
easily share data and sample locations with colleagues. We have used the
QME-Tool to study regolith contained in the Apollo 17 double-drive tube
73001/2 as part of the Apollo Next Generation Sample Analysis (ANGSA)
Program.