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Measurement and Analysis of Atomic Hydrogen and Diatomic Molecular AlO, C2, CN, and TiO Spectra Following Laser-induced Optical Breakdown
Published on: February 14, 2014
[The current development of laser-induced plasma spectral analysis technique]
Xiao-Ping Zhang1, Jin-Zhong Chen, Qing-Lin Guo
1College of Physics Science and Technology, Hebei University, Baoding 071002, China.
Guang Pu Xue Yu Guang Pu Fen Xi = Guang Pu
|June 10, 2008
Summary
Laser-induced plasma spectral analysis, including laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) and laser-induced plasma spectroscopy (LIPS), offers versatile applications for analyzing diverse sample types. This technique
Area of Science:
- Analytical Chemistry
- Spectroscopy
- Materials Science
Context:
- Laser-induced plasma spectral analysis encompasses techniques like Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) and Laser-Induced Plasma Spectroscopy (LIPS).
- These methods are applied across various scientific disciplines for elemental and molecular analysis.
- The versatility extends to analyzing solid, liquid, and gaseous samples.
Purpose:
- To summarize the diverse applications of laser-induced plasma spectral analysis techniques.
- To review the factors influencing detection capabilities and precision.
- To introduce advancements in experimental equipment and methodologies.
Summary:
- This paper reviews the applications of laser-induced plasma spectral analysis, including LIBS and LIPS, across solid, liquid, and gaseous matrices.
- It details the analysis of materials such as metal alloys, soil, concrete, minerals, fossils, medicines, solutions, water, and gases.
- Key factors affecting detection limits and precision, like laser parameters and environmental conditions, are discussed, alongside experimental improvements.
Impact:
- Laser-induced plasma spectral analysis provides convenient and efficient methods for scientific research and applications.
- The technique plays a significant role in advancing scientific understanding and technological development.
- Improvements in equipment and methods enhance the precision and scope of analysis.
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