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Trace detection of krypton using laser-induced fluorescence.

C A Whitehead, B D Cannon, J F Wacker

    Applied Optics
    |November 6, 2010
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    Summary

    Highly sensitive detection of neutral Krypton (Kr) atoms was achieved using laser-induced fluorescence. This method enables precise measurement of Kr isotopes and trace amounts, advancing atomic detection capabilities.

    Area of Science:

    • Atomic Physics
    • Laser Spectroscopy
    • Quantum Electronics

    Background:

    • Trace detection of neutral atoms is crucial for various scientific applications.
    • Laser-induced fluorescence (LIF) offers high sensitivity for atomic detection.
    • Isotope ratio measurements require precise and selective atomic detection methods.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop highly sensitive methods for detecting neutral Krypton (Kr) atoms.
    • To accurately measure Kr isotope ratios using advanced laser spectroscopic techniques.
    • To demonstrate the capability of time-resolved fluorescence and resonant isotopic depletion for trace Kr analysis.

    Main Methods:

    • Time-resolved laser-induced fluorescence measurements for trace Kr detection.
    • Two-photon excitation to populate Kr metastable levels.

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  • Pulsed-laser pumping schemes for enhanced signal-to-noise ratio.
  • Resonant isotopic depletion technique for selective isotope enrichment.
  • Optical pumping to deplete specific Kr isotopes.

    • Main Results:

    • Detection of Kr at 40 parts per 10(12) in Helium with a signal-to-noise ratio of 500.
    • Measurement of (78)Kr/(86)Kr isotope ratios from 1 to 0.1.
    • Enrichment of (78)Kr/(86)Kr metastable population by a factor of 10.
    • Accurate measurement of premixed (78)Kr/(86)Kr ratios within 10% accuracy.

    Conclusions:

    • Laser-induced fluorescence provides highly sensitive detection of neutral Kr atoms.
    • Resonant isotopic depletion is an effective technique for Kr isotope ratio measurements.
    • These advanced laser spectroscopic methods offer significant improvements in trace atomic detection and isotopic analysis.