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Optical multichannel analyzer-based high-resolution, multipoint spectroscopic apparatus

Journal Article · · Rev. Sci. Instrum.; (United States)
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1063/1.1139317· OSTI ID:7014040
A high-wavelength resolution (..delta..lambdaless than or equal to0.02 A) spectroscopic apparatus has been developed and applied to the measurements of spectral line profiles emitted by thermonuclear plasmas yielding important plasma parameters, such as ion temperature and fluid velocity. The experimental apparatus consists of a spectrometer, an optical multichannel analyzer (OMA), and a lens. It allows precise wavelength measurements (..delta..lambda/sub error/less than or equal to0.02 A) when a computer and a ThI electrodeless discharge lamp (EDL) are used to calibrate the instrument. The apparatus yields single-shot space and time-resolved spectra for radiation in the 2000--8000-A range.
Research Organization:
Laboratory for Plasma and Fusion Energy Studies, University of Maryland, College Park, Maryland 20742
OSTI ID:
7014040
Journal Information:
Rev. Sci. Instrum.; (United States), Journal Name: Rev. Sci. Instrum.; (United States) Vol. 58:2; ISSN RSINA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English