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David S Wilcox¹, Kelly M Hotopp, Brian C Dian

¹Department of Chemistry, Purdue University, 560 Oval Drive, West Lafayette, Indiana, 47907-2084, USA.

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|July 7, 2011

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New two-dimensional (2D) correlation techniques enhance chirped-pulse Fourier transform microwave (CP-FTMW) spectroscopy. This method allows simultaneous probing of more rotational transitions and broader spectral bandwidths for global energy level analysis.

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Area of Science:

Physical Chemistry
Spectroscopy
Quantum Mechanics

Background:

Chirped-pulse Fourier transform microwave (CP-FTMW) spectroscopy is a powerful tool for molecular analysis.
Current techniques can be limited in the number of transitions probed simultaneously and spectral bandwidth.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop and evaluate novel two-dimensional (2D) correlation techniques for CP-FTMW spectroscopy.
To expand the capability of CP-FTMW spectroscopy for probing molecular rotational energy levels.

Main Methods:

Implementation of arbitrary pulse sequences and simultaneous broadband detection (8-18 GHz).
Theoretical and experimental evaluation of coherence transfer in three- and four-level systems.
Extension of single-quantum and autocorrelation principles for broadband excitation and detection.

Main Results:

Demonstration of global connectivity in rotational energy level structures via multiple coherence transfer in a single 2D experiment.
Observation of open-system effects in many-level systems.
Adaptation of quadrature detection and phase cycling for 2D CP-FTMW spectroscopy.

Conclusions:

The developed 2D correlation techniques significantly enhance the capabilities of CP-FTMW spectroscopy.
This advancement allows for more comprehensive analysis of molecular rotational structures and dynamics.
The method provides new insights into coherence transfer and open-system effects.