The rapid evolution of advanced manufacturing technologies demands a parallel advancement in material characterization techniques. Multi-modal X-ray characterization offers significant potential to accelerate materials development by rapidly establishing links between material microstructure and mechanical performance. In this context, multi-modal studies are enabled by the unique capabilities of a liquid metal jet X-ray source to characterize materials across a broad range of length scales. An integrated suite of complementary laboratory-based X-ray techniques has been developed, including:
Together, these techniques provide a comprehensive characterization pathway spanning multiple length scales, enabling rapid and correlated assessment of material structure and properties. A series of illustrative case studies demonstrates the transformative potential of this laboratory-based, multi-modal X-ray characterization capability for accelerating materials research and development.