Abstract
The operation of three common radio-frequency mass spectrometers is described, and their performances are compared. Their limitations are pointed out. It is concluded that the quadrupole spectrometer has fewer limitations and is more generally useful in space probes than the other devices. Some present and proposed uses of spectrometers in space are discussed, and the problem of contamination of the atmosphere being sampled by the spectrometer is reviewed. (auth)
Citation Formats
Gilmour, Jr., A. S.
RADIO-FREQUENCY MASS SPECTROMETERS AND THEIR APPLICATIONS IN SPACE.
United States: N. p.,
1963.
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Gilmour, Jr., A. S.
RADIO-FREQUENCY MASS SPECTROMETERS AND THEIR APPLICATIONS IN SPACE.
United States.
Gilmour, Jr., A. S.
1963.
"RADIO-FREQUENCY MASS SPECTROMETERS AND THEIR APPLICATIONS IN SPACE."
United States.
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title = {RADIO-FREQUENCY MASS SPECTROMETERS AND THEIR APPLICATIONS IN SPACE}
author = {Gilmour, Jr., A. S.}
abstractNote = {The operation of three common radio-frequency mass spectrometers is described, and their performances are compared. Their limitations are pointed out. It is concluded that the quadrupole spectrometer has fewer limitations and is more generally useful in space probes than the other devices. Some present and proposed uses of spectrometers in space are discussed, and the problem of contamination of the atmosphere being sampled by the spectrometer is reviewed. (auth)}
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