PyMCA

Medical staff and those who are involved into X-ray data handling could require a way to analyze the resulting X-ray fluorescence data. PyMCA was created in order to provide users with a flexible platform for plotting, visualizing and analyzing such datasets, into a single, centralized package. It will allow them to easily load X-ray fluorescence data, define the preferred plotting settings and access several extra tools such as the included periodical table.

PyMCA presents itself with a clean interface that carries a classic plotting layout, with a large viewing area and adjacent side-panel for dataset listing. Users will be able to easily load their datasets, preview the MCA and SCAN plot shapes and perform adjustments such as calibrations or data removal.

An OpenGL visualizer is also provided, where people can load various 3D data and manipulate it with the provided, on-screen controls. Once they have decided on a specific set of options, people can save them for further use later on.

In addition to its data plotting capabilities, the application also offers users numerous other tools that can help in the analysis process. They will be able to access an interactive periodical table, with detailed information about the selected elements or visualize material characteristics such as the transmission curve, into a dedicated editor.

Data peaks will be easy to identify, thanks to the included peak identifier tool, which will list users with the corresponding values, in accordance with their inputted energy. Considering its multitude of features and their inherent complexity, PyMCA manages to maintain an overall accessible handling, which make it approachable for novice users.

This application addresses those who require a reliable tool for plotting, visualizing and adjusting X-ray florescence data. It will provide them with a straightforward handling and intuitive tools that will enable them to achieve the preferred plots and analysis for the loaded data. Offering several extra features, PyMCA comes in aid of those who require additional tools, with items such as its interactive periodical table or XIA correction tool.