Multilayer coatings and their use in spectroscopic applications

Multilayers coatings are widely used in different fields ranging from new generation sources applications to astrophysical observations. Novel materials couples have been recently considered to improve the efficiency performances in different spectral regions. The deposition of capping layer structures onto standard periodic Mo/Si multilayers is used to add specific properties, such as high resistance to aging and different damage processes, or to regulate the reflectance in other spectral regions. This solution is adopted in the development of multilayer to be used in FERMI@ELETTRA FEL beam transport systems for third harmonics selection. © 2012 Elsevier B.V.