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    Area of Science:

    • Optical Engineering
    • Spectroscopy
    • Analytical Chemistry

    Background:

    • Laser absorption spectrometers require sensitive and compact multipass cells (MPCs) for trace gas analysis.
    • Existing MPC designs often compromise on size, weight, or optical stability.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce a versatile multipass cell (MPC) concept that integrates compactness, mechanical rigidity, and optical stability.
    • To develop and present a prototype segmented circular MPC for enhanced laser absorption spectrometry.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized fundamental cavity design principles and advanced diamond turning techniques.
    • Developed a segmented circular MPC design for efficient, interference-free beam folding.
    • Integrated the MPC into a compact setup without requiring additional beam pre-shaping optics.

    Main Results:

    • Achieved an optical path length of up to 10 meters within the MPC.
    • The prototype cell has a total mass of less than 200 grams.
    • Demonstrated a normalized noise level as low as 10-4 (2σ) at 1 Hz.

    Conclusions:

    • The novel segmented circular MPC concept offers a significant advancement in compact and stable optical instrumentation.
    • This technology enables highly sensitive trace gas measurements with reduced instrument size and weight.
    • The developed MPC is suitable for various scientific and commercial applications requiring portable, high-performance spectrometers.