Professional X-ray diffraction analysis, simpler than ever.
iPowder combines scientific XRD algorithms, crystallography and AI. Describe your needs in natural language for intelligent, accurate analysis.
From importing data and finding peaks to phase identification and Rietveld refinement, connect analysis with intelligent laboratories.
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Frequently asked questions
How does iPowder differ from conventional XRD software?
iPowder addresses core tasks found in established packages such as FullProf, Jade and HighScore, including phase identification, crystal structure analysis and Rietveld refinement.
The difference is how you work. Language models and natural-language interaction let you analyze data by asking questions instead of first learning complex menus and parameters.
Beginners can ask what to do next and work through analysis with AI guidance, lowering the learning barrier for scientific XRD software.
Scientific capability with simpler interaction—professional XRD analysis, simpler than ever.
How does iPowder AI differ from a general-purpose language model?
Beyond a general-purpose model, iPowder integrates crystal structure databases, refinement knowledge, XRD analysis rules and scientific algorithms 。
. iPowder AI focuses on XRD and crystallography. Models interpret questions and organize workflows, while scientific databases, knowledge and algorithms support data processing and computation for reliable, reproducible results.
Can iPowder be used in autonomous laboratories?
Yes. This is an important application area.
Through APIs, scheduling and AI Agents , iPowder connects instruments, tasks, analysis and evaluation to build measurement–analysis–evaluation–decision loops.
iPowder has already achieved seamless connection and control of XRD equipment from Anhui Guoke Instrument Technology Co., Ltd. , linking instrument control with data analysis and advancing automated, intelligent XRD characterization in autonomous laboratories.
Do I need to register before using iPowder?
Yes. Natural-language XRD processing calls language models and online services, so an account manages AI permissions and service records.
After registering and signing in, synchronize AI Credits, analysis history and project data and receive important feature updates. AI guidance can also help beginners process data more efficiently and systematically.
Is iPowder free?
For academic users , conventional button-based features are currently completely free , including routine data processing, phase analysis and Rietveld refinement.
As a basic obligation of free academic use , if iPowder contributes to analysis or results in your research publication, please cite one or two relevant papers . This acknowledges the software and algorithm development and supports continued maintenance and improvement. View relevant references →
iPowder’s AI Chat itself is also free , but calls to APIs such as DeepSeek and Qwen incur actual model costs paid by the user. In other words, iPowder adds no extra AI Chat charge; users pay the model API costs incurred.
Commercial use and autonomous laboratory integration are covered by arrangements based on licensing, system adaptation and support requirements.
Why is using AI Chat not entirely free?
AI Chat calls model APIs such as DeepSeek and Qwen, which charge for actual token usage.
To support sustainable service, iPowder uses AI Credits to cover model API costs according to actual use. Note that core XRD calculations are performed by scientific algorithms; AI interprets questions, organizes workflows and explains results.
What does AI Chat cost for a routine XRD analysis?
Costs depend on task complexity, the model, conversation length and input/output tokens.
For Rietveld refinement with limited conversation rounds, an illustrative API cost range is approximately CNY 0.09–3.5 。
. This is an estimate, not a fixed fee. Repeated questions, resending long context and complex tasks generally increase usage. Provide relevant sample information, conditions and goals together to reduce follow-up questions.
iPowder adds no extra AI Chat fee; users cover actual model API costs.