Laser-enhanced flame ionization detector

Journal Article · Tue Sep 01 04:00:00 EDT 1987 · Appl. Opt.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1364/AO.26.003542· OSTI ID:6253283

Cool, T A; Goldsmith, J E.M.

A laser-enhanced flame ionization detector is proposed which promises to retain the desirable properties of conventional flame ionization detectors while providing significantly lower detection limits. Experiments are described which demonstrate laser enhancement of the flame ionization detector response. Realization of the full potential sensitivity of the laser-enhanced flame ionization detector requires significant modifications to permit effective saturation of the laser absorption over a major fraction of the flame ionization zone.

• Research Organization: Cornell University, School of Applied and Engineering Physics, Ithaca, New York 14853
• OSTI ID: 6253283
• Journal Information: Appl. Opt.; (United States), Journal Name: Appl. Opt.; (United States) Vol. 26:17; ISSN APOPA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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