Analysis typeΒΆ

Each analysis will generate a FOM (figure-of-merit) and possibly also a VFOM (vector figure-of-merit), which are typically used in STATISTICS ANALYSIS.

FOM

A scalar which is used to characterize the performance of an analysis in a train/pulse. For instance:

  • (Sum, median, mean) of an ROI;
  • (Absolute) sum of (part of) the difference curve in a pump-probe analysis;
  • Absorption coefficient.

VFOM

An array of scalars which is used to characterize the performance of an analysis in a train/pulse. For instance:

  • Scattering curve from azimuthal integration;
  • The difference curve in a pump-probe analysis;
Type Description VFOM FOM
pump-probe See PUMP-PROBE ANALYSIS. VFOM (on) minus VFOM (off). Sum of the (absolute) on-off VFOM.
ROI Region of interest. NA Defined in ROI FOM setup.
ROI (proj) 1D projection in x/y direction of ROI. Projection of ROI in the x/y direction. Defined in ROI projection setup.
azimuthal integ 1D Azimuthal integration of average (pulse) image(s) in a train. Azimuthal integration scattering curve. Sum of the scattering curve.