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New high temperature plasmas and sample introduction systems for analytical atomic emission and mass spectrometry. Progress report, January 1, 1990--December 31, 1992

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/10182145· OSTI ID:10182145
New high temperature plasmas and new sample introduction systems are explored for rapid elemental and isotopic analysis of gases, solutions, and solids using mass spectrometry and atomic emission spectrometry. Emphasis was placed on atmospheric pressure He inductively coupled plasmas (ICP) suitable for atomization, excitation, and ionization of elements; simulation and computer modeling of plasma sources with potential for use in spectrochemical analysis; spectroscopic imaging and diagnostic studies of high temperature plasmas, particularly He ICP discharges; and development of new, low-cost sample introduction systems, and examination of techniques for probing the aerosols over a wide range. Refs., 14 figs. (DLC)
Research Organization:
George Washington Univ., Washington, DC (United States). Office of Sponsored Research
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE, Washington, DC (United States)
DOE Contract Number:
FG05-87ER13659
OSTI ID:
10182145
Report Number(s):
DOE/ER/13659--6; ON: DE92040602
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English