Sensing and characterization technologies at Los Alamos National Laboratory
G C Eiden1, P H Hemberger, R G Johnston
1Chemical Science and Technology Division, MS J565, Los Alamos National Laboratory, 87545, Los Alamos, New Mexico, USA.
Environmental Monitoring and Assessment
|November 7, 2013
Summary
Los Alamos National Laboratory developed four new sensing technologies. These advanced optical and mass spectrometry systems offer on-site, at-line, and laboratory analysis capabilities for various applications.
Area of Science:
- Analytical Chemistry
- Spectroscopy
- Instrumentation Science
Background:
- Advanced sensing and characterization are crucial for on-site, at-line, and laboratory analyses.
- Development of novel analytical instrumentation is essential for expanding measurement capabilities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce four recently developed sensing and characterization technologies from Los Alamos National Laboratory.
- To highlight new optical and mass spectrometry systems for diverse analytical needs.
Main Methods:
- Field-deployable ion trap mass spectrometer.
- Hand-held, battery-operated optical spectrometer (absorption and fluorescence modes).
- Laser-based time-of-flight mass spectrometer.
- Zeeman effect optical diffractometer.
Main Results:
- Successful development of four distinct analytical instruments.
- Demonstration of capabilities for on-site, at-line, and laboratory deployment.
- Versatile application potential across various scientific and industrial fields.
Conclusions:
- The described technologies represent significant advancements in analytical instrumentation.
- These new systems offer enhanced flexibility and accessibility for chemical analysis.
- The developed technologies are poised to impact fields requiring rapid and precise characterization.
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