X-ray nanodiffraction in forward scattering and Bragg geometry of a single isolated Ag–Au nanowire

Abstract We study a single isolated Ag–Au nanowire with a nanofocused X-ray beam combining coherent diffraction methods in both forward scattering and diffraction geometries. X-ray scattering tomography measurements in forward geometry reveal a core–shell structure and allow determining the external size and shape of the nanowire. Bragg geometry measurements reveal the internal structure of the nanowire, notably the presence of stacking-faults in the nanowire.