Geometry of Texture Measurements for Dispersive Methods

The application of energy-dispersive neutron and X-raymethods in texture studies is briefly reviewed and discussed. Newgeometries of texture measurement using energy-dispersive methodswith stationary counters and specimen are suggested. Dependingon the number of counters the experimental data can be sufficientfor the orientation distribution function (ODF) or the idealorientations determination. Coarse-grained materials can bestudied not only by neutron diffraction but also by using theenergy-dispersive X-ray method. Studies of texture changes underthe influence of temperature, time and external stresses can alsobe conducted conveniently. The energy-dispersive X-ray methodmay readily be adapted to industrial texture control.