*Note: This page was translated by AI from the Japanese original. In case of any discrepancy, the Japanese version shall prevail.*
Thank you for using the equipment reservation system of the Division of Analytical Electron Microscopy, IMR.
We are pleased to announce an improvement to the reservation calendar display to make the operational schedule and status of each instrument clearer and easier to check.
Background: Reservation Information and Operation Status
Previously, the public reservation calendar mainly displayed confirmed reservations registered by users.
However, even when no user reservations are registered on a specific day, instruments may not be available for general use due to regular maintenance, inspection, outsourced services, or administrative adjustments. This occasionally made it difficult for users to assess instrument availability in advance.
To address this, we have enhanced the calendar display so that the operation section (operational status) assigned to each instrument and date—which was previously managed internally—can now be viewed directly on the schedule.
*Please note that this is not the introduction of new reservation rules or restrictions, but a visual improvement designed to make existing operational information more accessible to users.
Information Displayed on the Calendar
In addition to reservation counts, you can now see operational status indicators for each date, such as:
- Booked: Reservations are scheduled (may include operational notes, such as evening use).
- Maintenance / Adjustment: Days scheduled for maintenance, inspection, or operational adjustments.
- Suspended / Closed: Days when general use is suspended or closed.
- Other Adjustments: Days allocated for outsourced work or specific operational requirements.
By hovering over (or tapping) the status icons, you can view operational notes provided by instrument managers regarding scheduled tasks and time slots.
Notes for Users
This improvement allows users to better anticipate instrument availability and scheduling constraints when planning experiments. We encourage you to check the calendar before scheduling your work.
Please note that the calendar display does not guarantee immediate availability. For confirmation of specific dates or special arrangements, please contact the respective instrument manager as usual.
The equipment reservation system can be accessed below:
🔗 Equipment Reservation System
Related Announcement
For information regarding the current congestion status and planning for FIB instruments, please refer to the following announcement:
📄 Congestion Status of FIB Instruments and Request for Planned Use
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