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Refractive index detector using Zeeman interferometry

Journal Article · · Applied Optics; (USA)
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1364/AO.29.004720· OSTI ID:5953762
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  1. Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, New Mexico 87545 (US)
We discuss the theory and error analysis for an ultrasensitive refractive index detector based on the two-frequency Zeeman effect laser. Experimental measurements on gases agree fairly well with predictions. With a 5-cm pathlength, the typical interferometry stability is {Delta}{ital n}=8{times}10{sup {minus}9}/h. Resolution is {Delta}{ital n}=1{times}10{sup {minus}9}.
OSTI ID:
5953762
Journal Information:
Applied Optics; (USA), Journal Name: Applied Optics; (USA) Vol. 29:31; ISSN 0003-6935; ISSN APOPA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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